Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS May 2025
Dental Hygienist Salary in Lewiston
The median dental hygienist earns $98,450 a year in the Lewiston metro, with the middle half between $97,880 and $101,310.[1]
25th percentile
$97,880
Lower end of the middle half
Median
$98,450
Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile
$101,310
Upper end of the middle half
Lewiston runs about 4% higher than the Idaho median and ranks 2nd of 7 Idaho metros. It is about the same as the national median.
Lewiston pay range vs. Idaho and the U.S.
| Percentile | Metro annual | Idaho annual | U.S. annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $85,970 | $85,610 | $74,880 |
| 25th percentile | $97,880 | $92,820 | $83,570 |
| Median | $98,450 | $94,650 | $98,100 |
| 75th percentile | $101,310 | $98,410 | $108,480 |
| 90th percentile | $105,730 | $103,340 | $126,050 |
| Mean (average) | $98,300 | $95,500 | $98,990 |
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Dental Hygienist salary in Lewiston: FAQ
How much do dental hygienists make in Lewiston?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Lewiston metro area is $98,450, with the middle half earning between $97,880 and $101,310 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The full range runs from $85,970 at the 10th percentile to $105,730 at the 90th.
Is Lewiston higher or lower than the rest of Idaho?
Lewiston runs about 4% higher than the Idaho state median for dental hygienists. It ranks 2nd of 7 Idaho metro areas by median pay. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures.)
How does Lewiston compare nationally?
Dental Hygienist pay in Lewiston is about the same as the U.S. median. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures, not adjusted for cost of living.)
How many dental hygienists work in the Lewiston area?
BLS estimates 60 dental hygienists were employed in the Lewiston metro area in May 2025. Its location quotient is 1.48, so the role is more concentrated than the national average.
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