Dental Hygienist salary in Minneapolis, MN
Median pay, Minneapolis-St. Paul metro
$112,630/year
about $54.15 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $103,130 – $116,960
Half of dental hygienists in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area earn more than $112,630 a year and half earn less. That's 15% higher than the national median of $98,100, and ranks #11 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $86,000 | $41.35 |
| 25th | $103,130 | $49.58 |
| Median (50th) | $112,630 | $54.15 |
| 75th | $116,960 | $56.23 |
| 90th (top earners) | $122,180 | $58.74 |
*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 Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $103,130 ($49.58/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $103,130 to $116,960 ($49.58 to $56.23/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $116,960 ($56.23/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, Minneapolis-St. Paul metro. Occupation: Dental Hygienists (SOC 29-1292). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.