salary$60,500 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Tuscaloosa, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$51,440per year
Top pay (top 10%)$62,100per year
Jobs in the area130people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Tuscaloosa?
OK. Rent of $1,248 a month takes 24.8% 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 Tuscaloosa, AL?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Tuscaloosa, AL area is $60,500 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $51,440 and $62,100.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Tuscaloosa?
Typical rent of $1,248 a month takes 24.8% 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 Tuscaloosa, AL metro area.