Dental Hygienist salary in Alaska
What dental hygienists earn in Alaska and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$132,690$63.79 per hour
vs U.S.+35%U.S. median $98,100
Middle half earn$130,340 – $136,450Top 10%: $138,840+
Jobs7901.70× the U.S. concentration
Dental Hygienist pay in Alaska cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage, AK | $132,740 | $63.82 | 490 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $132,690 | $63.79 | 230 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $131,860 | $63.40 | 70 |
Hospitals and jobs in Alaska
Dental Hygienist pay in similar states
Washington · $131,160 California · $124,930 Oregon · $122,080 Nevada · $115,290 Colorado · $109,580 Maryland · $107,830
Other healthcare salaries in Alaska
Registered Nurses · $109,480 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $39,740 Medical Assistants · $52,560 Nursing Assistants · $46,370 Dental Assistants · $57,710 Medical Records Specialists · $61,090 Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other · $54,070 Pharmacy Technicians · $52,640 Family Medicine Physicians · $323,490 Nurse Practitioners · $155,170 Physician Assistants · $150,700 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $60,950
Questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Alaska?
Dental Hygienists in Alaska earned a median of $132,690 a year ($63.79 an hour) in May 2025, 35% more than the national median of $98,100. The middle half earned $130,340 to $136,450.
Where in Alaska do dental hygienists earn the most?
Among areas in Alaska, pay was highest in Anchorage, AK at $132,740.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.