Dental Hygienists pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for dental hygienists is $29.41 an hour ($61,160 a year). About 3,170 people work in this job there.
That is 38% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). Alabama ranks 50th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.54 | $48,960 |
| 25% of workers | $28.27 | $58,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.41 | $61,160 |
| 75% of workers | $30.49 | $63,410 |
| 90% of workers | $34.81 | $72,410 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $62,370 | 360 |
| Birmingham | $61,730 | 1,150 |
| Decatur | $61,340 | 80 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley | $61,000 | 160 |
| Mobile | $60,710 | 200 |
| Tuscaloosa | $60,500 | 130 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $60,490 | 90 |
| Montgomery | $60,120 | 190 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $58,660 | 80 |
| Dothan | $58,310 | 100 |
| Anniston-Oxford | $56,950 | 70 |
| Gadsden | $55,840 | 60 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dental hygienists
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 3 to 6 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +8% over ten years, much faster than average · about 15,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,080 |
| Medical Assistants | $36,100 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $57,030 |
| Dental Assistants | $39,080 |
| Surgical Technologists | $49,420 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $66,150 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $36,590 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $36,680 |
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