Scope of practice — what a dental hygienist may do, and under what level of supervision — is set by state law and changes over time, so verify current rules with the board before relying on them.

Board of Dental Examiners of Alabama · Last verified: September 2026

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Salary data

Dental Hygienist Salary in Alabama

Statewide Alabama figures for dental hygienists.

Alabama median

$61,160

BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025

Alabama range

$58,800–$63,410

vs. national

-38%

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Employers

Who’s Hiring Dental Hygienists in Alabama

14 employers have 15 open dental hygienist roles in Alabama, led by Heartland Dental with 2 openings.

Heartland Dental2 open Acton Family Dentistry1 open Alabama Periodontics1 open Alabama Regional Medical Services1 open Coastal Family Dentistry1 open Complete Dental1 open Dentistry at Park Place1 open Dr. Doug Booth1 open

Dental Hygienist Jobs by City in Alabama

Birmingham (2)Huntsville (1)Madison (1)Mobile

About This Role

A registered dental hygienist (RDH) performs cleanings, periodontal therapy, x-rays, and preventive care under a dentist's practice.

Dental practices across Alabama hire for this role — the listings above are the live openings on DentistryHires right now.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01How many dental hygienist jobs are open in Alabama right now?

As of November 2026, DentistryHires is showing 15 live dental hygienist openings in Alabama. They come from 14 employers. The listings at the top of this page are that feed.

02What does a dental hygienist earn in Alabama?

The Alabama median for dental hygienists is $61,160 a year, -38% against the national median (BLS OEWS (SOC 29-1292), May 2025).

03What licence does a dental hygienist need in Alabama?

The Board of Dental Examiners of Alabama sets the licensing rules for dental hygienists in Alabama. The summary on this page was last verified in September 2026. See the Alabama requirements page for the current rules.

04Which employers are hiring dental hygienists in Alabama?

The Alabama listings currently come from 14 employers, including Heartland Dental (2), Acton Family Dentistry (1), and Alabama Periodontics (1). 11 other employers have openings too.

05Which Alabama cities have the most dental hygienists openings?

Across the Alabama listings on this page, the cities with the most open roles are Birmingham (2), Huntsville (1), and Madison (1).