salary$77,870 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Peoria, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$65,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,820per year
Jobs in the area270people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Peoria?
Cheap. Rent of $1,152 a month takes 17.8% 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 Peoria, IL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Peoria, IL area is $77,870 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $65,530 and $95,820.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Peoria?
Typical rent of $1,152 a month takes 17.8% 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 Peoria, IL metro area.