Delaware is among the states that saw a decrease in the average dental hygienist pay between 2025 and 2026, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Three states where dental hygienist pay dropped:
| State | 2025 | 2026 |
| Delaware | $102,530 | $100,660 |
| District of Columbia | $130,850 | $127,910 |
| Hawaii | $94,340 | $93,660 |
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