Dental Salary Data · BLS OEWS May 2025
Dental Hygienist Salary in Appleton
The median dental hygienist earns $96,350 a year in the Appleton metro, with the middle half between $84,850 and $98,300.[1]
25th percentile
$84,850
Lower end of the middle half
Median
$96,350
Half earn more, half earn less
75th percentile
$98,300
Upper end of the middle half
Appleton runs about the same as the Wisconsin median and ranks 7th of 15 Wisconsin metros. It is about 2% lower than the national median.
Appleton pay range vs. Wisconsin and the U.S.
| Percentile | Metro annual | Wisconsin annual | U.S. annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $80,820 | $80,370 | $74,880 |
| 25th percentile | $84,850 | $83,880 | $83,570 |
| Median | $96,350 | $96,540 | $98,100 |
| 75th percentile | $98,300 | $100,750 | $108,480 |
| 90th percentile | $101,250 | $110,240 | $126,050 |
| Mean (average) | $94,230 | $94,180 | $98,990 |
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Dental Hygienist salary in Appleton: FAQ
How much do dental hygienists make in Appleton?
The median dental hygienist salary in the Appleton metro area is $96,350, with the middle half earning between $84,850 and $98,300 (BLS OEWS, May 2025). The full range runs from $80,820 at the 10th percentile to $101,250 at the 90th.
Is Appleton higher or lower than the rest of Wisconsin?
Appleton runs about the same as the Wisconsin state median for dental hygienists. It ranks 7th of 15 Wisconsin metro areas by median pay. (DSO Hire calculation from BLS figures.)
How does Appleton compare nationally?
Dental Hygienist pay in Appleton is about 2% 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 Appleton area?
BLS estimates 240 dental hygienists were employed in the Appleton metro area in May 2025. Its location quotient is 1.36, so the role is more concentrated than the national average.
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