Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arizona | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,010 | $99,864 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.56 | $48.01 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $100,308.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Arizona is $101,010, or about $48.56 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Arizona is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Arizona typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 4,530 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $101,010, Arizona offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.