salary$98,030 a year$47 an hour · median pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$79,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$103,990per year
Jobs in the area730people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Albany?
OK. Rent of $1,656 a month takes 20.3% 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 Albany, NY?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY area is $98,030 a year ($47 an hour). Most earn between $79,920 and $103,990.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Albany?
Typical rent of $1,656 a month takes 20.3% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area.