Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $102,950 | $99,864 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.50 | $48.01 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,830.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Virginia is $102,950, or about $49.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Virginia is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,770 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $102,950, Virginia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.