Dental Hygienists Salary in Alabama
Dental Hygienists in Alabama earn a median of $61,160 a year, −38% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $61,160
- vs. U.S. median
- −38% ($98,100)
- Rank among states
- 50 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,170
Pay range in Alabama
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,960; the top 10% earn over $72,410. Nationally the range is $74,880 to $126,050.
States ranked near Alabama
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Dental Hygienists pay in Alabama
How much do dental hygienists make in Alabama?
The median is $61,160 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,960 and the top 10% earn over $72,410. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alabama a good state for dental hygienists?
On pay alone it ranks 50 of 50 (−38% vs. the national median of $98,100). Living costs are not included.