Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Louisiana | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $85,240 | $99,864 | -15% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.98 | $48.01 | -15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $96,644.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Louisiana is $85,240, or about $40.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Louisiana is -15% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Louisiana typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,690 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $85,240, Louisiana offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.