salary$119,650 a year$58 an hour · median pay in the Bend, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$101,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$126,510per year
Jobs in the area230people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Bend?
OK. Rent of $2,123 a month takes 21.3% of the median dental hygienist salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Bend, OR?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Bend, OR area is $119,650 a year ($58 an hour). Most earn between $101,920 and $126,510.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Bend?
Typical rent of $2,123 a month takes 21.3% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Bend, OR metro area.