salary$75,960 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Pittsburgh, PA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,790per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,710per year
Jobs in the area1,580people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Pittsburgh?
OK. Rent of $1,621 a month takes 25.6% 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 Pittsburgh, PA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Pittsburgh, PA area is $75,960 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $63,790 and $80,710.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Pittsburgh?
Typical rent of $1,621 a month takes 25.6% 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 Pittsburgh, PA metro area.