Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $97,850 | $99,864 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.04 | $48.01 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $103,765.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in North Carolina is $97,850, or about $47.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. North Carolina is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,690 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $97,850, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.