How much does a dental hygienist make in Maine?
$97,680a year
Median yearly pay for dental hygienists in Maine. That is $46.96 an hour or $8,140 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.96
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $83,420Median: $97,680Highest 10%: $108,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,420 | $40.11 | |
| 25th | $88,400 | $42.50 | |
| Median | $97,680 | $46.96 | |
| 75th | $102,400 | $49.25 | |
| 90th | $108,700 | $52.25 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $98,880 |
| Bangor, ME | $88,450 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental hygienists.
| 18. Delaware | $98,910 |
| 19. Montana | $98,440 |
| 20. North Carolina | $97,850 |
| 21. Maine | $97,680 |
| 22. Oklahoma | $97,580 |
| 23. Hawaii | $97,570 |
| 24. Vermont | $97,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $46.96 ($97,680 a year).
Do dental hygienists make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $97,680 against $98,100 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Maine rank for dental hygienist pay?
Maine ranks 21 of 50 states.
Which city in Maine pays dental hygienists the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $98,880 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.