Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| West Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $73,840 | $99,864 | -26% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.50 | $48.01 | -26% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $82,503.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in West Virginia is $73,840, or about $35.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. West Virginia is -26% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in West Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,250 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $73,840, West Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.