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.

Wisconsin Dentistry Examining Board · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Wisconsin

Statewide Wisconsin figures for dental hygienists.

Wisconsin median

$96,540

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Wisconsin range

$83,880–$100,750

vs. national

-2%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Wisconsin

32 employers have 100 open dental hygienist roles in Wisconsin, led by Smile Brands with 41 openings.

Smile Brands41 open Heartland Dental20 open Elite Dental Partners6 open Ascendent Health Partners4 open LTC Dental2 open Burlington Dental Health1 open DecisionOne Dental Partners1 open Dental Care Alliance1 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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 100 live dental hygienist openings in Wisconsin. They come from 32 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Wisconsin?

The Wisconsin median for dental hygienists is $96,540 a year, -2% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Wisconsin?

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

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Wisconsin?

The Wisconsin listings currently come from 32 employers, including Smile Brands (41), Heartland Dental (20), and Elite Dental Partners (6). 29 other employers have openings too.

05Which Wisconsin cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Wisconsin listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Appleton (7), Milwaukee (6), Green Bay (5), Brookfield (4), and Madison (4).

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