Dental Hygienist Salary in Texas
A dental hygienist in Texas earns an estimated $93,000 a year ($44.71 an hour). Most workers fall from $63,200 to $134,900, depending on experience and employer.
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Dental Hygienist pay in Texas
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $63,200 | $30.38 |
| Median (estimate) | $93,000 | $44.71 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $134,900 | $64.86 |
| US national median | $94,300 | $45.34 |
The Texas estimate is 1% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Texas keeps about $74,256 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,855.98 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Texas paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Texas?
About $93,000 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.