salary$81,830 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$64,860per year
Top pay (top 10%)$93,500per year
Jobs in the area130people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Athens?
OK. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 20.9% 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 Athens, GA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $81,830 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $64,860 and $93,500.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 20.9% 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 Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area.