salary$79,840 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,130per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,840per year
Jobs in the area370people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Augusta?
OK. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 21.9% 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $79,840 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $63,130 and $94,840.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 21.9% 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.