salary$103,390 a year$50 an hour · median pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,400per year
Top pay (top 10%)$106,800per year
Jobs in the area850people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Stamford?
Expensive. Rent of $2,890 a month takes 33.5% of the median dental hygienist salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make in Stamford, CT?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $103,390 a year ($50 an hour). Most earn between $62,400 and $106,800.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Stamford?
Typical rent of $2,890 a month takes 33.5% of the median dental hygienist salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.