Scope of practice — what a dental hygienist may do, and under what level of supervision — is set by state law and changes over time, so verify current rules with the board before relying on them.

Idaho State Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Idaho

Statewide Idaho figures for dental hygienists.

Idaho median

$94,650

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Idaho range

$92,820–$98,410

vs. national

-4%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Idaho

13 employers have 16 open dental hygienist roles in Idaho, led by Heartland Dental with 3 openings.

Heartland Dental3 open Pacific Dental Services2 open Aspen Dental1 open Cornerstone Dental Center1 open Eagle River Smiles1 open Fisher Dentistry Nampa1 open Juniper Services1 open Nature's Way Dentistry1 open

Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Idaho

Boise (5)Nampa (3)Twin Falls (1)Meridian

About This Role

A registered dental hygienist (RDH) performs cleanings, periodontal therapy, x-rays, and preventive care under a dentist's practice.

Dental practices across Idaho hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental hygienist jobs are open in Idaho right now?

As of September 2026, DentistryHires is showing 16 live dental hygienist openings in Idaho. They come from 13 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Idaho?

The Idaho median for dental hygienists is $94,650 a year, -4% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Idaho?

The Idaho State Board of Dentistry sets the licensing rules for dental hygienists in Idaho. The summary on this page was last verified in September 2026. See the Idaho requirements page for the current rules.

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Idaho?

The Idaho listings currently come from 13 employers, including Heartland Dental (3), Pacific Dental Services (2), and Aspen Dental (1). 10 other employers have openings too.

05Which Idaho cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Idaho listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Boise (5), Nampa (3), and Twin Falls (1).