Dental Hygienist Salary in Alaska
Based on 790+ workers in Alaska
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (AK)
$132,690
$63.79/hr
vs National Average
$96,870
+37.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$61K – $139K
790 employed in Alaska
Salary Distribution — Dental Hygienist in Alaska
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $60,590 |
| 25th percentile | $130,340 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $132,690 |
| 75th percentile | $136,450 |
| 90th percentile | $138,840 |
Top-Paying Industries for Dental Hygienist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Dental Hygienists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Dental Hygienists in Alaska tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative and Support Services | $102,340 | 2K |
| Finance and Insurance | $100,180 | 40 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $98,180 | 217K |
| Manufacturing | $96,200 | 40 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $94,570 | 120 |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Dental Hygienist in Alaska vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Alaska) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $132,690 |
| 2026 (projected) | $136,671 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Alaska Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $132,690 | $96,870 |
| 2026 (projected) | $136,671 | $99,776 |
Dental Hygienist Salary by Experience Level in Alaska
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $130,340 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $132,690 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $136,450 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $138,840 |
Dental Hygienist Salary in Other States
Related Dental Hygienist Salaries in Alaska
How other high-demand occupations in Alaska compare to Dental Hygienist ($132,690 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Dental Hygienist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medicine Physician in AK | $452,620 | +241.1% | $217.61/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in AK | $421,450 | +217.6% | $202.62/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in AK | $366,080 | +175.9% | $176.00/hr |
| Psychiatrist in AK | $342,170 | +157.9% | $164.50/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in AK | $341,210 | +157.1% | $164.04/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in AK | $323,490 | +143.8% | $155.52/hr |
| Pediatrician in AK | $267,390 | +101.5% | $128.55/hr |
| Dentist in AK | $230,990 | +74.1% | $111.05/hr |
| Optometrist in AK | $170,310 | +28.4% | $81.88/hr |
| Pharmacist in AK | $167,310 | +26.1% | $80.44/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in AK | $155,170 | +16.9% | $74.60/hr |
| Physician Assistant in AK | $150,700 | +13.6% | $72.45/hr |