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.

Illinois Board of Dentistry · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Illinois

Statewide Illinois figures for dental hygienists.

Illinois median

$96,670

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Illinois range

$79,400–$101,800

vs. national

-1%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Illinois

39 employers have 95 open dental hygienist roles in Illinois, led by Heartland Dental with 29 openings.

Heartland Dental29 open Smile Brands14 open Elite Dental Partners12 open American Dental Associates3 open Erie Family Health Center2 open Imagen Dental Partners2 open 590 Dental Care1 open A Dental Place1 open

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 Illinois 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 Illinois right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 95 live dental hygienist openings in Illinois. They come from 39 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Illinois?

The Illinois median for dental hygienists is $96,670 a year, -1% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Illinois?

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

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Illinois?

The Illinois listings currently come from 39 employers, including Heartland Dental (29), Smile Brands (14), and Elite Dental Partners (12). 36 other employers have openings too.

05Which Illinois cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Illinois listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Chicago (14), Champaign (5), Naperville (4), Bourbonnais (3), and O'Fallon (3).

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