Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS May 2025
Dental Hygienist Salary in Walla Walla
The median dental hygienist earns $106,680 a year in the Walla Walla metro, with the middle half between $99,630 and $118,620.[1]
25th percentile
$99,630
Lower end of the middle half
Median
$106,680
Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile
$118,620
Upper end of the middle half
Walla Walla runs about 19% lower than the Washington median and ranks 12th of 13 Washington metros. It is about 9% higher than the national median.
Walla Walla pay range vs. Washington and the U.S.
| Percentile | Metro annual | Washington annual | U.S. annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $97,960 | $107,090 | $74,880 |
| 25th percentile | $99,630 | $122,000 | $83,570 |
| Median | $106,680 | $131,160 | $98,100 |
| 75th percentile | $118,620 | $134,670 | $108,480 |
| 90th percentile | $125,220 | $162,050 | $126,050 |
| Mean (average) | $108,520 | $131,530 | $98,990 |
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Dental Hygienist salary in Walla Walla: FAQ
How much do dental hygienists make in Walla Walla?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Walla Walla metro area is $106,680, with the middle half earning between $99,630 and $118,620 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The full range runs from $97,960 at the 10th percentile to $125,220 at the 90th.
Is Walla Walla higher or lower than the rest of Washington?
Walla Walla runs about 19% lower than the Washington state median for dental hygienists. It ranks 12th of 13 Washington metro areas by median pay. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures.)
How does Walla Walla compare nationally?
Dental Hygienist pay in Walla Walla is about 9% 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 Walla Walla area?
BLS estimates 50 dental hygienists were employed in the Walla Walla metro area in May 2025. Its location quotient is 1.39, so the role is more concentrated than the national average.
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