Dental Hygienist Salary in Charlotte, NC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$88,148
Hourly Rate
$42.38
/hour
Jobs in Area
198
employed
Dental Hygienist Salary Range in Charlotte, NC
Annual Salary Range
$56k
10th percentile
$74k
25th
$105k
75th
$131k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $55,563 | $26.71 |
| 25th Percentile | $73,749 | $35.46 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $88,148 | $42.38 |
| 75th Percentile | $105,013 | $50.49 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $131,469 | $63.21 |
| Average (Mean) | $94,158 | $45.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dental Hygienist salary in Charlotte, NC is $88,148 per year or $42.38 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Charlotte, NC Compares
vs National Average
$87,530
vs North Carolina Average
$82,685
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$89,672
Cost of living in Charlotte, NC is 1.7% below the national average.
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