Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Mississippi | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $67,280 | $99,864 | -33% |
| Median hourly wage | $32.35 | $48.01 | -33% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $77,333.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Mississippi is $67,280, or about $32.35 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Mississippi is -33% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Mississippi typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,140 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $67,280, Mississippi offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.