salary$84,750 a year$41 an hour · median pay in the Gainesville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$76,980per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,710per year
Jobs in the area240people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Gainesville?
OK. Rent of $1,510 a month takes 21.4% 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 Gainesville, FL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Gainesville, FL area is $84,750 a year ($41 an hour). Most earn between $76,980 and $94,710.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Gainesville?
Typical rent of $1,510 a month takes 21.4% 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 Gainesville, FL metro area.