Dental Hygienist in Florida

Dental hygienists clean teeth, take X-rays, and educate patients on oral health. It's one of the best-paying 2-year degree jobs in America — many earn $70K–$100K+ working 3–4 days a week with no weekends.

$87,098 FL Median Salary
9% Growth Rate
2–3 years Training

💰 Dental Hygienist Salary in Florida

Estimated salary range for Dental Hygienists in Florida, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$59,000
Median
$87,098
Experienced
$106,000

🎓 Dental Hygienist Licensing in Florida

Credential required: RDH License (NBDHE exam)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Florida state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Dental Hygienist Programs in Florida

Public State College
⭐ 97

Polk State College

📍 Winter Haven, FL

One of Florida's top-rated community colleges for allied health. Near-perfect licensure pass rates across all programs. ...

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Public State College
⭐ 95

Miami Dade College

📍 Miami, FL

Florida's largest college (~160K students). Broadest allied health program array in South Florida. Multiple campuses acr...

Nursing (RN)Respiratory CareDental HygieneRadiographySonography
Public State College
⭐ 94

Broward College

📍 Fort Lauderdale, FL

One of FL's largest state colleges serving Broward County. Comprehensive allied health and trades programs....

Nursing (RN)Respiratory CareDental HygieneCVTRadiography

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