Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $88,990 | $99,864 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $42.78 | $48.01 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,894.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Ohio is $88,990, or about $42.78 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Ohio is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Ohio typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 8,630 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $88,990, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.