Dental Hygienist salary in Baltimore, MD
Median pay, Baltimore metro
$116,130/year
about $55.83 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $104,990 – $121,660
Half of dental hygienists in the Baltimore metro area earn more than $116,130 a year and half earn less. That's 18% higher than the national median of $98,100, and ranks #9 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $102,750 | $49.40 |
| 25th | $104,990 | $50.48 |
| Median (50th) | $116,130 | $55.83 |
| 75th | $121,660 | $58.49 |
| 90th (top earners) | $125,040 | $60.12 |
*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 Baltimore metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $104,990 ($50.48/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $104,990 to $121,660 ($50.48 to $58.49/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $121,660 ($58.49/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, Baltimore metro. Occupation: Dental Hygienists (SOC 29-1292). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.