salary$61,730 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Birmingham, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$56,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,070per year
Jobs in the area1,150people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Birmingham?
OK. Rent of $1,291 a month takes 25.1% 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 Birmingham, AL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Birmingham, AL area is $61,730 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $56,990 and $74,070.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Birmingham?
Typical rent of $1,291 a month takes 25.1% 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 Birmingham, AL metro area.