Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Rhode Island | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $86,910 | $99,864 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $41.78 | $48.01 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $84,956.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Rhode Island is $86,910, or about $41.78 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Rhode Island is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Rhode Island typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 770 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $86,910, Rhode Island offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.