salary$62,370 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Huntsville, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,030per year
Jobs in the area360people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Huntsville?
OK. Rent of $1,364 a month takes 26.2% 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 Huntsville, AL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Huntsville, AL area is $62,370 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $48,690 and $74,030.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Huntsville?
Typical rent of $1,364 a month takes 26.2% 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 Huntsville, AL metro area.