32111 economic 2025-2027
Lower Mainland - Southwest Moderate
Canada Good
Dental hygienists and dental therapists in Lower Mainland - Southwest
Salary Information
Wage data for this region
Entry-level
$43.59
/hr
Typical
$55.00
/hr
Experienced
$65.00
/hr
Average: $54.87/hr
Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.
Employment Trends Analysis
The employment outlook will be Moderate for dental hygienists and dental therapists (NOC 32111) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about dental hygienists and dental therapists in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:
- Approximately 3,050 people work in this occupation.
- Dental hygienists and dental therapists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): more than 95%