salary$128,570 a year$62 an hour · median pay in the Vallejo, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$108,780per year
Top pay (top 10%)$148,430per year
Jobs in the area270people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Vallejo?
OK. Rent of $2,492 a month takes 23.3% 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 Vallejo, CA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Vallejo, CA area is $128,570 a year ($62 an hour). Most earn between $108,780 and $148,430.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Vallejo?
Typical rent of $2,492 a month takes 23.3% 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 Vallejo, CA metro area.