Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS May 2025
Dental Hygienist Salary in Decatur
The median dental hygienist earns $80,930 a year in the Decatur metro, with the middle half between $78,390 and $86,820.[1]
25th percentile
$78,390
Lower end of the middle half
Median
$80,930
Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile
$86,820
Upper end of the middle half
Decatur runs about 16% lower than the Illinois median and ranks 8th of 12 Illinois metros. It is about 18% lower than the national median.
Decatur pay range vs. Illinois and the U.S.
| Percentile | Metro annual | Illinois annual | U.S. annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $67,960 | $74,280 | $74,880 |
| 25th percentile | $78,390 | $79,400 | $83,570 |
| Median | $80,930 | $96,670 | $98,100 |
| 75th percentile | $86,820 | $101,800 | $108,480 |
| 90th percentile | $102,490 | $118,410 | $126,050 |
| Mean (average) | $83,070 | $91,820 | $98,990 |
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Dental Hygienist salary in Decatur: FAQ
How much do dental hygienists make in Decatur?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Decatur metro area is $80,930, with the middle half earning between $78,390 and $86,820 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The full range runs from $67,960 at the 10th percentile to $102,490 at the 90th.
Is Decatur higher or lower than the rest of Illinois?
Decatur runs about 16% lower than the Illinois state median for dental hygienists. It ranks 8th of 12 Illinois metro areas by median pay. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures.)
How does Decatur compare nationally?
Dental Hygienist pay in Decatur is about 18% lower than the U.S. median. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures, not adjusted for cost of living.)
How many dental hygienists work in the Decatur area?
BLS estimates 60 dental hygienists were employed in the Decatur metro area in May 2025. Its location quotient is 0.85, so the role is less concentrated than the national average.
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