How much does a dental hygienist make in Malaysia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is RM 2,365 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $6,751
- Compared with the median pay in Malaysia
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2020
Where Malaysia ranks among 143 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $78,950 |
| 2. United States | $74,820 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $64,150 |
| 62. Mauritius estimate | $6,948 |
| 63. Malaysia estimate | $6,751 |
| 64. Guatemala estimate | $6,572 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $343 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Health records clerkRM 31,270
- Community health workerRM 31,990
- OpticianRM 27,430
- Therapy assistantRM 24,530
- Medical assistantRM 25,840
- Quality inspectorRM 35,310
- ParamedicRM 36,090
- Health screenerRM 29,290
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make a month in Malaysia?
The median gross salary is RM 2,365 a month, RM 28,380 a year.
How much does a dental hygienist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around RM 25,510 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than RM 31,400.
Which country pays a dental hygienist the most?
United States, with a median of $74,820 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a dental hygienist make more in Malaysia or in United States?
In United States: $74,820 a year against $6,751 in Malaysia, 11.1 times more.
Who makes more, a dental hygienist or a health records clerk?
A health records clerk: RM 31,270 a year against RM 28,380 for a dental hygienist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2020. How we calculate