PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Dental Hygienist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Rucker, AL
$50k–$66k/ year
Dental Hygienist jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL
The median dental hygienist pay in the Tuscaloosa area is $28.90 per hour ($60,110 a year), with the typical range running from $27.69 to $29.62. That ranks 362nd of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 326th of 332 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Tuscaloosa.
- $28.90median pay per hour, Tuscaloosa
- $28–$30typical range per hour
- 120dental hygienists employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Hygienist pay in Tuscaloosa, AL
The metro median is in line with the Alabama statewide median of $28.77 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 120 dental hygienists employed in the Tuscaloosa metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.76).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.15 | $48,150 | 49% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $27.69 | $57,600 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.90 | $60,110 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.62 | $61,610 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.42 | $63,270 | 33% below U.S. median |
How Tuscaloosa ranks
- 362nd of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 326th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 7 Alabama metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dental Hygienists (SOC 29-1292), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Tuscaloosa
- Overall prices in Tuscaloosa run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 58.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.90 median hour buys what $32.94 buys at the national price level, 27% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,040
- Per year: $52,020
- Per month: $4,335
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Dental health shortage areas in Tuscaloosa County
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Tuscaloosa County (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 on a 0 to 26 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Dental Hygienist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover, AL | 43 mi | $29.74/hr | 93,013 |
| Birmingham, AL | 47 mi | $29.74/hr | 196,357 |
| Montgomery, AL | 95 mi | $28.41/hr | 195,818 |
| Decatur, AL | 98 mi | $29.46/hr | 57,974 |
| Madison, AL | 111 mi | $29.47/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 112 mi | $29.47/hr | 230,402 |
Dental Hygienist jobs in Alabama · Dental Hygienist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Alabama
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental hygienists make in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dental Hygienists in the Tuscaloosa metro area have a median pay of $28.90 per hour, about $60,110 a year. The middle half earn between $27.69 and $29.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tuscaloosa a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?
Tuscaloosa ranks 326th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 362nd of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Tuscaloosa as a dental hygienist?
Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Tuscaloosa in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Tuscaloosa County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental hygienists in Tuscaloosa?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- PDS HealthEverett, WA · 3 postings$77.50/ hr$70–$85
- PDS HealthPortland, OR · 3 postings$69.00/ hr$58–$80
- Smile BrandsBonney Lake, WA · 11 postings$68.50/ hr$52–$72
- BenevisVirginia Beach, VA · 5 postings$65.00/ hr$60–$70
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