salary$82,970 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Akron, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,020per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,060per year
Jobs in the area460people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Akron?
Cheap. Rent of $1,129 a month takes 16.3% of the median dental hygienist salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Akron, OH?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Akron, OH area is $82,970 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $63,020 and $96,060.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Akron?
Typical rent of $1,129 a month takes 16.3% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Akron, OH metro area.