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Dental Hygienist Salary in Canada

Dental hygienists clean teeth, examine for oral disease, and educate patients on oral health. The Canada median is $110,835 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$110,835
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,248
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$110,835
Winnipeg, MB
Hourly (national)
$53.29
varies by city

Dental Hygienist salary by city in Canada

CityPer year
Winnipeg, MB$110,835
Québec, QC$110,835
Halifax, NS$110,835
Victoria, BC$110,835
Kitchener, ON$110,835
Burnaby, BC$110,835
Longueuil, QC$110,835
Regina, SK$110,835
Toronto, ON$83,303
Ottawa, ON$76,243
Edmonton, AB$72,007
Montreal, QC$71,301

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dental hygienist make in Canada?
The national median dental hygienist salary in Canada is about $157,000 per year ($13,100 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $101,000 to $157,000.
Which Canada city pays dental hygienists the most?
Winnipeg, MB pays the most at about $157,000 per year.
Which Canada city pays dental hygienists the least?
Among cities we cover, Montreal, QC is on the lower end at about $101,000 per year for a dental hygienist.
What is the typical salary range for a dental hygienist in Canada?
Across Canada cities we cover, dental hygienist pay commonly spans from about $71,700 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $205,400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Canada cities have dental hygienist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes dental hygienist pay for 12 cities in Canada, all shown in CAD.
Is dental hygienist in demand in Canada?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +9% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.