GA · South Fulton · Updated October 15, 2026

Dental Hygienist jobs in South Fulton, GA

Dental Hygienists in the South Fulton area earn a median of $46.98 per hour, about $97,710 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $38.23 and $49.00. That ranks 70th of 369 U.S. metro areas for dental hygienist pay, and 86th of 332 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for South Fulton and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near South Fulton.

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Dental Hygienist pay in South Fulton, GA

The metro median is 17% above the Georgia statewide median of $40.15 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.32 per hour. BLS counts about 4,760 dental hygienists employed in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.17).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$37.70$78,42017% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$38.23$79,52016% below U.S. median
Median$46.98$97,7104% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$49.00$101,9208% above U.S. median
Top 10%$50.51$105,06011% above U.S. median

How South Fulton ranks

  • 70th of 369 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 86th of 332 after adjusting for local prices
  • 1st of 12 Georgia 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 South Fulton

  • Overall prices in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $46.98 median hour buys what $46.95 buys at the national price level, 4% above 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.

Estimate your South Fulton paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$1,691
  • Per year: $84,564
  • Per month: $7,047

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Dental health shortage areas in Fulton County

HRSA lists 6 active dental health shortage designations that include Fulton County (6 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

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Mableton, GA12 mi$46.98/hr78,314
Atlanta, GA13 mi$46.98/hr520,070
Athens, GA73 mi$37.94/hr128,691

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License and tax basics in Georgia

Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Georgia 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 South Fulton, GA?

Dental Hygienists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell metro area have a median pay of $46.98 per hour, about $97,710 a year. The middle half earn between $38.23 and $49.00 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is South Fulton a good place for dental hygienists once cost of living is counted?

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ranks 86th of 332 metro areas for dental hygienist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 70th of 369 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.

Who is hiring dental hygienists in South Fulton?

We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near South Fulton.

Do I need a Georgia license to work in South Fulton as a dental hygienist?

Active dental hygiene license in the state of the job. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is South Fulton in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 6 active dental health shortage designations that include Fulton 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 South Fulton?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • PDS HealthAtlanta, GA · 2 postings$53.00/ hr$41–$65
  • 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

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2What they are offering now

Low$39Median$54.00High$65

345 Hygienist postings with published pay in the US, 190 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 2 Hygienist roles

  1. Registered Dental HygienistPermanent
    $41.00–$65.00/ hour
    PDS Health · Cumming, GA · posted 20 days ago
  2. Registered Dental HygienistPermanent
    $41.00–$65.00/ hour
    PDS Health · Atlanta, GA · posted 20 days ago

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