salary$93,650 a year$45 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, NY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$80,290per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,160per year
Jobs in the area940people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Rochester?
Cheap. Rent of $1,331 a month takes 17.1% 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 Rochester, NY?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Rochester, NY area is $93,650 a year ($45 an hour). Most earn between $80,290 and $95,160.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,331 a month takes 17.1% 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 Rochester, NY metro area.