salary$100,340 a year$48 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$83,660per year
Top pay (top 10%)$105,440per year
Jobs in the area680people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Madison?
OK. Rent of $1,723 a month takes 20.6% 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Madison, WI area is $100,340 a year ($48 an hour). Most earn between $83,660 and $105,440.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 a month takes 20.6% 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 Madison, WI metro area.