Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS May 2025
Dental Hygienist Salary in Alexandria
The median dental hygienist earns $80,330 a year in the Alexandria metro, with the middle half between $76,270 and $88,100.[1]
25th percentile
$76,270
Lower end of the middle half
Median
$80,330
Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile
$88,100
Upper end of the middle half
Alexandria runs about 6% lower than the Louisiana median and ranks 9th of 10 Louisiana metros. It is about 18% lower than the national median.
Alexandria pay range vs. Louisiana and the U.S.
| Percentile | Metro annual | Louisiana annual | U.S. annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $48,080 | $49,900 | $74,880 |
| 25th percentile | $76,270 | $79,550 | $83,570 |
| Median | $80,330 | $85,240 | $98,100 |
| 75th percentile | $88,100 | $96,010 | $108,480 |
| 90th percentile | $95,030 | $98,330 | $126,050 |
| Mean (average) | $78,170 | $83,160 | $98,990 |
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Dental Hygienist salary in Alexandria: FAQ
How much do dental hygienists make in Alexandria?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Alexandria metro area is $80,330, with the middle half earning between $76,270 and $88,100 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The full range runs from $48,080 at the 10th percentile to $95,030 at the 90th.
Is Alexandria higher or lower than the rest of Louisiana?
Alexandria runs about 6% lower than the Louisiana state median for dental hygienists. It ranks 9th of 10 Louisiana metro areas by median pay. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures.)
How does Alexandria compare nationally?
Dental Hygienist pay in Alexandria 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 Alexandria area?
BLS estimates 80 dental hygienists were employed in the Alexandria metro area in May 2025. Its location quotient is 0.93, so the role is close to the national average.
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