salary$94,710 a year$46 an hour · median pay in the Tyler, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$79,160per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,570per year
Jobs in the area210people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Tyler?
Cheap. Rent of $1,389 a month takes 17.6% 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 Tyler, TX?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Tyler, TX area is $94,710 a year ($46 an hour). Most earn between $79,160 and $99,570.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Tyler?
Typical rent of $1,389 a month takes 17.6% 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 Tyler, TX metro area.