Dental Hygienist salary in Dallas, TX
Median pay, Dallas-Fort Worth metro
$101,870/year
about $48.98 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $89,240 – $116,400
Half of dental hygienists in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area earn more than $101,870 a year and half earn less. That's 4% higher than the national median of $98,100, and ranks #18 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $50,190 | $24.13 |
| 25th | $89,240 | $42.90 |
| Median (50th) | $101,870 | $48.98 |
| 75th | $116,400 | $55.96 |
| 90th (top earners) | $120,060 | $57.72 |
*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 Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $89,240 ($42.90/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $89,240 to $116,400 ($42.90 to $55.96/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $116,400 ($55.96/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, Dallas-Fort Worth metro. Occupation: Dental Hygienists (SOC 29-1292). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.