Dental Hygienists Salary Guide for Illinois
dental hygienists working in Illinois earn an average of $76,120.00 per year, based on the latest available data.
Key Statistics
Illinois vs National Salary Trends
The chart below compares Illinois's dental hygienists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Illinois offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.
While Illinois shows an upward salary trend for dental hygienists, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.
Local Market Analysis
Salaries for dental hygienists can vary significantly within Illinois. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
Rockford
Springfield
Champaign-Urbana
Bloomington
West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area
Peoria
Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area
Decatur
East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area
South Illinois nonmetropolitan area
Carbondale-Marion
Kankakee
Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.