salary$104,250 a year$50 an hour · median pay in the Richmond, VA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$94,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$119,350per year
Jobs in the area780people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Richmond?
Cheap. Rent of $1,644 a month takes 18.9% 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 Richmond, VA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Richmond, VA area is $104,250 a year ($50 an hour). Most earn between $94,870 and $119,350.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Richmond?
Typical rent of $1,644 a month takes 18.9% 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 Richmond, VA metro area.