Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,240 | $99,864 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.71 | $48.01 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,204.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Texas is $99,240, or about $47.71 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Texas is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Texas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 16,380 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $99,240, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.