Dental Hygienist salary in San Antonio, TX
Median pay, San Antonio metro
$98,480/year
about $47.35 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $84,170 – $102,900
Half of dental hygienists in the San Antonio metro area earn more than $98,480 a year and half earn less. That's about the same as the national median of $98,100, and ranks #22 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $83,140 | $39.97 |
| 25th | $84,170 | $40.47 |
| Median (50th) | $98,480 | $47.35 |
| 75th | $102,900 | $49.47 |
| 90th (top earners) | $105,300 | $50.63 |
*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 San Antonio metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $84,170 ($40.47/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $84,170 to $102,900 ($40.47 to $49.47/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $102,900 ($49.47/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, San Antonio metro. Occupation: Dental Hygienists (SOC 29-1292). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.