Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Hygienist Salary in Ames
The median dental hygienist earns $89,130 a year in the Ames metro, with most between $80,870 and $93,970.
25th percentile
$80,870
Entry / lower range
Median
$89,130
The typical pay
75th percentile
$93,970
Experienced / upper range
Ames runs about 6% above the Iowa median. Versus the national median, it's about 9% below average.
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Dental Hygienist salary in Ames: FAQ
What is the average dental hygienist salary in Ames?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Ames area is about $89,130, with most earning between $80,870 and $93,970 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Ames higher or lower than the rest of Iowa?
Ames runs about 6% above the Iowa state median for dental hygienists.
How does Ames compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental hygienist pay in Ames is about 9% below average.
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