salary$95,900 a year$46 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$83,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$100,770per year
Jobs in the area810people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Albuquerque?
Cheap. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 17.5% 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 Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Albuquerque, NM area is $95,900 a year ($46 an hour). Most earn between $83,670 and $100,770.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 17.5% 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 Albuquerque, NM metro area.