Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $137,220 | $99,864 | +37% |
| Median hourly wage | $65.97 | $48.01 | +37% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $124,859.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in District of Columbia is $137,220, or about $65.97 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. District of Columbia is +37% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 320 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $137,220, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.