salary$94,060 a year$45 an hour · median pay in the Port St. Lucie, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$81,790per year
Top pay (top 10%)$104,410per year
Jobs in the area440people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Port St. Lucie?
Expensive. Rent of $2,470 a month takes 31.5% of the median dental hygienist salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Port St. Lucie, FL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Port St. Lucie, FL area is $94,060 a year ($45 an hour). Most earn between $81,790 and $104,410.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Port St. Lucie?
Typical rent of $2,470 a month takes 31.5% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Port St. Lucie, FL metro area.