salary$94,330 a year$45 an hour · median pay in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$79,440per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,750per year
Jobs in the area1,390people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Salt Lake City?
OK. Rent of $1,608 a month takes 20.5% 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 Salt Lake City, UT?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT area is $94,330 a year ($45 an hour). Most earn between $79,440 and $99,750.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Salt Lake City?
Typical rent of $1,608 a month takes 20.5% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area.