Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $96,540 | $99,864 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.41 | $48.01 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,593.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Wisconsin is $96,540, or about $46.41 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Wisconsin is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Wisconsin typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,080 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $96,540, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.