Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,640 | $99,864 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.38 | $48.01 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,123.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Massachusetts is $100,640, or about $48.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Massachusetts is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,850 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $100,640, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.