Dental Hygienist Salary in California
Explore dental hygienist salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$106,227
Monthly: $8,852
Biweekly: $4,086
Entry Level
$71,276
Monthly: $5,940
Biweekly: $2,741
Senior Level
$143,921
Monthly: $11,993
Biweekly: $5,535
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $71,276 | $106,227 | $143,921 |
| Monthly | $5,940 | $8,852 | $11,993 |
| Biweekly | $2,741 | $4,086 | $5,535 |
| Weekly | $1,371 | $2,043 | $2,768 |
| Hourly | $34 | $51 | $69 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$82,990
CA Median
$106,227
Difference
+$23,237
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Clean teeth, take X-rays, and educate patients on oral hygiene.
Education
Associate's degree in Dental Hygiene; licensure required
Key Skills
Dental CleaningPatient EducationX-ray TechnologyScaling
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