Dental Hygienists pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for dental hygienists is $45.91 an hour ($95,490 a year). About 7,440 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($98,100). Georgia ranks 28th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental hygienists in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $35.87 | $74,610 |
| 25% of workers | $39.01 | $81,140 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.91 | $95,490 |
| 75% of workers | $48.86 | $101,620 |
| 90% of workers | $49.83 | $103,650 |
Dental Hygienists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $100,370 | 4,710 |
| Gainesville | $92,840 | 160 |
| Hinesville | $86,340 | 30 |
| Rome | $83,200 | 70 |
| Dalton | $82,010 | 100 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $81,830 | 130 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons | $81,470 | 90 |
| Columbus | $80,240 | 240 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $79,840 | 370 |
| Valdosta | $79,360 | 100 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $79,260 | 120 |
| Albany | $79,230 | 90 |
| Warner Robins | $78,770 | 130 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $93,550 |
| Medical Assistants | $41,600 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,030 |
| Dental Assistants | $46,840 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $83,700 |
| Surgical Technologists | $64,010 |
| Dentists, General | $206,760 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $39,150 |
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