Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $84,640 | $99,864 | -15% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.69 | $48.01 | -15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $92,100.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Tennessee is $84,640, or about $40.69 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Tennessee is -15% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,570 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $84,640, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.