Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Nebraska | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $92,580 | $99,864 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $44.51 | $48.01 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,752.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Nebraska is $92,580, or about $44.51 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Nebraska is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Nebraska typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,280 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $92,580, Nebraska offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.