Dental Hygienists pay in Birmingham
In Birmingham (AL), the median pay for dental hygienists is $29.68 an hour ($61,730 a year). About 1,150 people work in this job there.
That is 37% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). It is about the same as the Alabama median ($61,160).
Pay range for dental hygienists in Birmingham (AL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.40 | $56,990 |
| 25% of workers | $29.34 | $61,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.68 | $61,730 |
| 75% of workers | $33.89 | $70,500 |
| 90% of workers | $35.61 | $74,070 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $62,370 | 360 |
| Birmingham (this page) | $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 Birmingham (AL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,680 |
| Medical Assistants | $36,770 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,040 |
| Dental Assistants | $42,050 |
| Pharmacists | $138,800 |
| Physical Therapists | $97,750 |
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