1. New Mexico
Cost of Living Index: 95.7
Annual Mean Salary: $91,080
Hourly Wage: $43.78
Number of Employees: 1,190

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That concludes our list of the best states for dental hygienists. If you’re dedicated to keeping teeth so fresh and so clean, maybe one of these states on the list will become your new home to live and work.