salary$117,850 a year$57 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$100,850per year
Top pay (top 10%)$124,390per year
Jobs in the area390people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Reno?
Cheap. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 18.2% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Reno, NV area is $117,850 a year ($57 an hour). Most earn between $100,850 and $124,390.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 18.2% 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 Reno, NV metro area.