salary$118,800 a year$57 an hour · median pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$100,650per year
Top pay (top 10%)$128,180per year
Jobs in the area150people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Chico?
Cheap. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 16.9% 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 Chico, CA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Chico, CA area is $118,800 a year ($57 an hour). Most earn between $100,650 and $128,180.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 16.9% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Chico, CA metro area.