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Dental Hygienists Salary in Oregon
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Dental Hygienists make in Oregon?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$122,080
Median Annual Salary
▲
+3.2% vs 2024
$120,470
Mean Salary
$122,080
Median Salary
$58.69
Hourly Rate
3,600 people work as Dental Hygienists in Oregon
Dental Hygienists salary by percentile in Oregon
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Dental Hygienists in Oregon earn a median salary of $122,080 per year ($10,173/month).
This is 26.0% above the national average of $96,870.
Oregon ranks #5 out of 50 states for Dental Hygienists pay.
Approximately 3,600 people work in this occupation across Oregon.
Salaries increased by 3.2% 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 Oregon range from $104,530 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $134,120 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $109,640 and $126,460.
The median annual salary for Dental Hygienists in Oregon is $122,080 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $120,470.
What is the salary range for a Dental Hygienists in Oregon?
Salaries for Dental Hygienists in Oregon range from $104,530 at the 10th percentile to $134,120 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $109,640 and $126,460.
What is the starting salary for a Dental Hygienists in Oregon?
Entry-level Dental Hygienists positions in Oregon typically start around $104,530 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $109,640 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Dental Hygienists in Oregon?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,600 people are employed as Dental Hygienists in Oregon.
What is the hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Oregon?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Dental Hygienists in Oregon is approximately $58.69 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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