Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $61,160 | $99,864 | -39% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.40 | $48.01 | -39% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,874.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Hygienist in Alabama is $61,160, or about $29.40 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Hygienists is $99,864. Alabama is -39% below the national median.
Entry-level dental hygienists in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,170 dental hygienist jobs on record and a median salary of $61,160, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.