Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $124,930 | $99,864 | +25% |
| Median hourly wage | $60.06 | $48.01 | +25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $112,855.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in California is $124,930, or about $60.06 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. California is +25% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 24,500 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $124,930, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.