salary$123,910 a year$60 an hour · median pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$103,450per year
Top pay (top 10%)$133,640per year
Jobs in the area390people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Modesto?
Cheap. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 19.3% 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 Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Modesto, CA area is $123,910 a year ($60 an hour). Most earn between $103,450 and $133,640.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 19.3% 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 Modesto, CA metro area.