Dental Hygienists Salary Guide for Alabama
dental hygienists working in Alabama earn an average of $53,870.00 per year, based on the latest available data.
Key Statistics
Alabama vs National Salary Trends
The chart below compares Alabama's dental hygienists salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Alabama offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.
While Alabama shows an upward salary trend for dental hygienists, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.
Local Market Analysis
Salaries for dental hygienists can vary significantly within Alabama. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.
Huntsville
Dothan
Auburn-Opelika
Mobile
Birmingham-Hoover
Daphne-Fairhope-Foley
Decatur
Montgomery
Tuscaloosa
Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area
Florence-Muscle Shoals
Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area
Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area
Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area
Gadsden
Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.