How much does a dental hygienist make in Georgia?
$95,490a year
Median yearly pay for dental hygienists in Georgia. That is $45.91 an hour or $7,958 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.91
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 7,440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,610Median: $95,490Highest 10%: $103,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,610 | $35.87 | |
| 25th | $81,140 | $39.01 | |
| Median | $95,490 | $45.91 | |
| 75th | $101,600 | $48.86 | |
| 90th | $103,700 | $49.83 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $100,400 |
| Gainesville, GA | $92,840 |
| Hinesville, GA | $86,340 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $83,460 |
| Rome, GA | $83,200 |
| Dalton, GA | $82,010 |
| Athens, GA | $81,830 |
| Brunswick, GA | $81,470 |
| Columbus, GA | $80,240 |
| Augusta, GA | $79,840 |
| Valdosta, GA | $79,360 |
| Macon, GA | $79,260 |
| Albany, GA | $79,230 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $78,770 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental hygienists.
| 25. Illinois | $96,670 |
| 26. Wisconsin | $96,540 |
| 27. New Mexico | $95,940 |
| 28. Georgia | $95,490 |
| 29. Idaho | $94,650 |
| 30. Missouri | $92,750 |
| 31. Nebraska | $92,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental hygienist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $45.91 ($95,490 a year).
Do dental hygienists make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $95,490 against $98,100 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Georgia rank for dental hygienist pay?
Georgia ranks 28 of 50 states.
Which city in Georgia pays dental hygienists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $100,400 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.