salary$82,890 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the St. George, UT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$72,650per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,280per year
Jobs in the area200people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford St. George?
OK. Rent of $2,022 a month takes 29.3% 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 St. George, UT?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the St. George, UT area is $82,890 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $72,650 and $96,280.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in St. George?
Typical rent of $2,022 a month takes 29.3% 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 St. George, UT metro area.