salary$91,120 a year$44 an hour · median pay in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,620per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,820per year
Jobs in the area350people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Cape Coral?
Expensive. Rent of $2,339 a month takes 30.8% of the median dental hygienist salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Cape Coral, FL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL area is $91,120 a year ($44 an hour). Most earn between $49,620 and $95,820.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Cape Coral?
Typical rent of $2,339 a month takes 30.8% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area.