Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS
Dental Hygienist Salary in Lafayette
The median dental hygienist earns $81,900 a year in the Lafayette metro, with most between $80,810 and $91,520.
25th percentile
$80,810
Entry / lower range
Median
$81,900
The typical pay
75th percentile
$91,520
Experienced / upper range
Lafayette runs about 4% below the Louisiana median. Versus the national median, it's about 17% below average.
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Dental Hygienist salary in Lafayette: FAQ
What is the average dental hygienist salary in Lafayette?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Lafayette area is about $81,900, with most earning between $80,810 and $91,520 (BLS OEWS, latest release).
Is Lafayette higher or lower than the rest of Louisiana?
Lafayette runs about 4% below the Louisiana state median for dental hygienists.
How does Lafayette compare nationally?
Compared to the national median, dental hygienist pay in Lafayette is about 17% below average.
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