What dental hygienists earn in Hawaii and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Honolulu, HI | $96,440 | $46.37 | 600 |
| Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area | $99,600 | $47.89 | 120 |
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $104,080 | $50.04 | 100 |
Dental Hygienists in Hawaii earned a median of $97,570 a year ($46.91 an hour) in May 2025, about the same as the national median of $98,100. The middle half earned $85,590 to $102,910.
Among areas in Hawaii, pay was highest in Kahului-Wailuku, HI at $104,080.
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.