salary$100,460 a year$48 an hour · median pay in the Worcester, MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$96,520per year
Top pay (top 10%)$105,430per year
Jobs in the area790people work this job
Can a dental hygienist afford Worcester?
OK. Rent of $1,952 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 Worcester, MA?
The median pay for a dental hygienist in the Worcester, MA area is $100,460 a year ($48 an hour). Most earn between $96,520 and $105,430.
Can a dental hygienist afford to live in Worcester?
Typical rent of $1,952 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 Worcester, MA metro area.