SOC 51-9081 · May 2025 · United States
Dental Laboratory Technicians
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Dental Laboratory Technicians across the United States is $49,610 per year, measured over 34,410 jobs. The highest state median is in Massachusetts, at $72,800.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Dental Laboratory Technicians
Pay for this occupation varies by 95.9% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Massachusetts pays $72,800 and South Carolina pays $37,170.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | $72,800 | 440 | |
| 2 | North Dakota | $67,580 | 60 | |
| 3 | Maine | $64,020 | 120 | |
| 4 | Colorado | $61,220 | 410 | |
| 5 | New Hampshire | $60,610 | 120 | |
| 6 | Florida | $59,790 | 2,330 | |
| 7 | Nebraska | $58,590 | 190 | |
| 8 | Kansas | $56,790 | 570 | |
| 9 | Washington | $56,400 | 670 | |
| 10 | Minnesota | $56,090 | 390 |
States with the most Dental Laboratory Technicians jobs
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Coral | $78,010 | 110 |
| 2 | Scranton | $76,170 | — |
| 3 | Boston | $75,480 | 350 |
| 4 | Deltona | $68,640 | 40 |
| 5 | Colorado Springs | $68,230 | 60 |
| 6 | Santa Rosa | $65,500 | 40 |
| 7 | Portland | $64,020 | 60 |
| 8 | Worcester | $63,730 | 40 |
| 9 | Ann Arbor | $61,370 | 30 |
| 10 | North Port | $61,360 | 100 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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