Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $95,940 | $99,864 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.12 | $48.01 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $104,056.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in New Mexico is $95,940, or about $46.12 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. New Mexico is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,420 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $95,940, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.