Dental Hygienist salary in Austin, TX
Median pay, Austin metro
$105,480/year
about $50.71 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $94,630 – $119,690
Half of dental hygienists in the Austin metro area earn more than $105,480 a year and half earn less. That's 8% higher than the national median of $98,100, and ranks #14 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $58,120 | $27.94 |
| 25th | $94,630 | $45.50 |
| Median (50th) | $105,480 | $50.71 |
| 75th | $119,690 | $57.54 |
| 90th (top earners) | $120,420 | $57.89 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a dental hygienist job in the Austin metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $94,630 ($45.50/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $94,630 to $119,690 ($45.50 to $57.54/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $119,690 ($57.54/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Many hygienists work part-time or across several offices, so compare hourly rates, not just yearly totals.
- Ask how long each appointment slot is. Short slots mean a faster, harder day for the same pay.
- Check whether you're paid for days the office closes or patients cancel.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Austin metro. Occupation: Dental Hygienists (SOC 29-1292). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.