Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS May 2025
Dental Hygienist Salary in Albany
The median dental hygienist earns $111,380 a year in the Albany metro, with the middle half between $104,930 and $122,720.[1]
25th percentile
$104,930
Lower end of the middle half
Median
$111,380
Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile
$122,720
Upper end of the middle half
Albany runs about 9% lower than the Oregon median and ranks 6th of 8 Oregon metros. It is about 14% higher than the national median.
Albany pay range vs. Oregon and the U.S.
| Percentile | Metro annual | Oregon annual | U.S. annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $102,550 | $104,530 | $74,880 |
| 25th percentile | $104,930 | $109,640 | $83,570 |
| Median | $111,380 | $122,080 | $98,100 |
| 75th percentile | $122,720 | $126,460 | $108,480 |
| 90th percentile | $124,600 | $134,120 | $126,050 |
| Mean (average) | $114,410 | $120,470 | $98,990 |
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Dental Hygienist salary in Albany: FAQ
How much do dental hygienists make in Albany?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Albany metro area is $111,380, with the middle half earning between $104,930 and $122,720 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The full range runs from $102,550 at the 10th percentile to $124,600 at the 90th.
Is Albany higher or lower than the rest of Oregon?
Albany runs about 9% lower than the Oregon state median for dental hygienists. It ranks 6th of 8 Oregon metro areas by median pay. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures.)
How does Albany compare nationally?
Dental Hygienist pay in Albany is about 14% higher than the U.S. median. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures, not adjusted for cost of living.)
How many dental hygienists work in the Albany area?
BLS estimates 80 dental hygienists were employed in the Albany metro area in May 2025. Its location quotient is 1.21, so the role is more concentrated than the national average.
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