Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,690 | $99,864 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.41 | $48.01 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,191.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Connecticut is $100,690, or about $48.41 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Connecticut is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,240 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $100,690, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.