Dental Hygienist Salary in San Diego, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$96,597
Hourly Rate
$46.44
/hour
Jobs in Area
180
employed
Dental Hygienist Salary Range in San Diego, CA
Annual Salary Range
$65k
10th percentile
$77k
25th
$117k
75th
$141k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $64,566 | $31.04 |
| 25th Percentile | $77,346 | $37.19 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $96,597 | $46.44 |
| 75th Percentile | $116,717 | $56.11 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $141,476 | $68.02 |
| Average (Mean) | $103,265 | $49.65 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Dental Hygienist salary in San Diego, CA is $96,597 per year or $46.44 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 San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How San Diego, CA Compares
vs National Average
$87,530
vs California Average
$85,595
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$67,645
Cost of living in San Diego, CA is 42.8% above the national average.
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