Dental Hygienist salary in Nevada
What dental hygienists earn in Nevada and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$115,290$55.43 per hour
vs U.S.+18%U.S. median $98,100
Middle half earn$104,330 – $121,730Top 10%: $129,460+
Jobs1,5100.68× the U.S. concentration
Dental Hygienist pay in Nevada cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV | $109,210 | $52.51 | 950 |
| Reno, NV | $117,850 | $56.66 | 390 |
| Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area | $115,290 | $55.43 | 110 |
| Carson City, NV | $121,500 | $58.42 | 60 |
Hospitals and jobs in Nevada
Dental Hygienist pay in similar states
California · $124,930 Oregon · $122,080 Colorado · $109,580 Maryland · $107,830 New Jersey · $107,040 New York · $106,130
Other healthcare salaries in Nevada
Registered Nurses · $103,670 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $33,670 Nursing Assistants · $45,490 Medical Assistants · $45,200 Dental Assistants · $47,110 Pharmacy Technicians · $47,980 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $76,160 Pharmacists · $140,030 Physicians, All Other · $252,120 Medical Records Specialists · $50,300 Psychiatric Technicians · $46,450 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $57,320
Questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Nevada?
Dental Hygienists in Nevada earned a median of $115,290 a year ($55.43 an hour) in May 2025, 18% more than the national median of $98,100. The middle half earned $104,330 to $121,730.
Where in Nevada do dental hygienists earn the most?
Among areas in Nevada, pay was highest in Carson City, NV at $121,500.
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.