salary$60,120 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Montgomery, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,330per year
Top pay (top 10%)$64,660per year
Jobs in the area190people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Montgomery?
OK. Rent of $1,304 a month takes 26.0% 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 Montgomery, AL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Montgomery, AL area is $60,120 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $48,330 and $64,660.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Montgomery?
Typical rent of $1,304 a month takes 26.0% 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 Montgomery, AL metro area.