Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oregon | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $122,080 | $99,864 | +22% |
| Median hourly wage | $58.69 | $48.01 | +22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $118,066.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Oregon is $122,080, or about $58.69 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Oregon is +22% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Oregon typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,600 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $122,080, Oregon offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.