Dental Hygienist Salary Survey 2014

Difficulty in finding a job as a dental hygienist in Missouri

Observation: Missouri definitely has a “show me” attitude about jobs. The 71% who say it is very difficult to find a job leads the nation. Even the confusion among the “unsure” is higher than the national average.

Length of time since last pay raise in Missouri

Observation: It may be hard to find a job, but hygienists who are employed are receiving raises more frequently than the average in other states. We point this out, because it’s a contradiction. Often, hygienists will point to a glut in manpower as another excuse for not awarding raises to staff. Not necessarily true.

Most common hourly pay rates in Missouri

$32, $34, $40

Observation: The most common hourly rates in Missouri match up very well against the national averages.

Descriptions of pay arrangements based on production or commission

  • Guarantee of $250 per day plus 25% of production over $1,000, which is attainable almost every day.
  • Base salary + a percentage of daily production
  • We will get 5% over $1,250.00 in daily production
  • 30 percent of my production, including doctor exam

Link to salary calculator

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About the Author

Mark Hartley

Mark Hartley is the editor of RDH magazine and collaborates with Kristine Hodsdon on many of the articles for RDH eVillage, which also appear on DentistryIQ.com.