Dental hygiene schools in DeSoto, TX
4 schools within 30 miles of DeSoto, TX offer dental hygienist programs, and the closest is Dallas College in Dallas, 12 miles away. Dental hygienists in Texas earn a median $99,240 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 12 mi
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in TX
- $99,240
What dental hygienists earn in Texas
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Dental hygienist salary in TexasHow to become a dental hygienist
- Median pay
- $99,240
- $47.71 an hour
- Typical range
- $71,530–$117,890
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in TX
- 16,380
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +8%
- 15,000 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the closest dental hygienist schools to DeSoto?
The closest are Dallas College (Dallas, 12 mi), Concorde Career College-Grand Prairie (Grand Prairie, 12 mi), and Concorde Career College-Dallas (Dallas, 23 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach dental hygienist.
How much do dental hygienist programs near DeSoto cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,214 to $31,288. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do dental hygienists make near DeSoto?
Across Texas, the median pay is $99,240 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.
How do I choose a dental hygienist school in DeSoto?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
Dental hygiene schools in nearby cities
- Dallas (15 mi)
- Arlington (17 mi)
- Plano (32 mi)
- Rockwall (33 mi)
- Flower Mound (34 mi)