salary$94,960 a year$46 an hour · median pay in the Jacksonville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,860per year
Top pay (top 10%)$98,190per year
Jobs in the area1,110people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Jacksonville?
OK. Rent of $1,719 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 Jacksonville, FL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Jacksonville, FL area is $94,960 a year ($46 an hour). Most earn between $63,860 and $98,190.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Jacksonville?
Typical rent of $1,719 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 Jacksonville, FL metro area.