salary$119,050 a year$57 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$106,970per year
Top pay (top 10%)$125,660per year
Jobs in the area300people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Salem?
Cheap. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 17.0% 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 Salem, OR?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Salem, OR area is $119,050 a year ($57 an hour). Most earn between $106,970 and $125,660.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 17.0% 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 Salem, OR metro area.