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Dental Hygienists Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Dental Hygienists make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$96,670
Median Annual Salary
▲
+0.2% vs 2024
$91,820
Mean Salary
$96,670
Median Salary
$46.48
Hourly Rate
8,970 people work as Dental Hygienists in Illinois
Dental Hygienists salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Dental Hygienists in Illinois earn a median salary of $96,670 per year ($8,055/month).
This is 0.2% below the national average of $96,870.
Illinois ranks #25 out of 50 states for Dental Hygienists pay.
Approximately 8,970 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 0.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Dental Hygienists
Administer oral hygiene care to patients. Assess patient oral hygiene problems or needs and maintain health records. Advise patients on oral health maintenance and disease prevention. May provide advanced care such as providing fluoride treatment or administering topical anesthesia.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.5
Writing
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
4.59
Customer and Personal Service
3.94
Psychology
2.99
English Language
2.81
Education and Training
2.59
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(75.2% of workers)
Salaries for Dental Hygienists in Illinois range from $74,280 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $118,410 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $79,400 and $101,800.
The median annual salary for Dental Hygienists in Illinois is $96,670 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $91,820.
What is the salary range for a Dental Hygienists in Illinois?
Salaries for Dental Hygienists in Illinois range from $74,280 at the 10th percentile to $118,410 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $79,400 and $101,800.
What is the starting salary for a Dental Hygienists in Illinois?
Entry-level Dental Hygienists positions in Illinois typically start around $74,280 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $79,400 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Dental Hygienists in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,970 people are employed as Dental Hygienists in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Illinois is approximately $46.48 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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