salary$94,650 a year$46 an hour · median pay in the Boise City, ID area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$86,350per year
Top pay (top 10%)$114,400per year
Jobs in the area1,020people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Boise City?
OK. Rent of $1,711 a month takes 21.7% 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 Boise City, ID?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Boise City, ID area is $94,650 a year ($46 an hour). Most earn between $86,350 and $114,400.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Boise City?
Typical rent of $1,711 a month takes 21.7% 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 Boise City, ID metro area.