PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Certified Orthotic / Prosthetic Technician - Orthotic / Prosthetic Division (AM)
UAB Health System · Birmingham, AL
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Dental Lab Technician jobs in Birmingham, AL
The median dental lab technician pay in the Birmingham area is $20.00 per hour ($41,600 a year), with the typical range running from $19.49 to $22.30. That is 14% below the U.S. median of $23.23 per hour. The free report below lists employers near Birmingham and what they pay.
- $20.00median pay per hour, Birmingham
- $19–$22typical range per hour
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Dental Lab Technician pay in Birmingham, AL
The metro median is 2% above the Alabama statewide median of $19.70 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.34 | $36,070 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.49 | $40,540 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.00 | $41,600 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.30 | $46,380 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.23 | $56,640 | 17% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Dental Laboratory Technicians (SOC 51-9081), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Birmingham run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.00 median hour buys what $21.82 buys at the national price level, 6% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$720
- Per year: $36,000
- Per month: $3,000
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Birmingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Open Dental Lab Technician roles in Alabama
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Birmingham as they open.
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Dental Lab Technician
Aspen Dental · Montgomery, AL
$32.00–$35.00/ hour
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Dental health shortage areas in Jefferson County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Jefferson County (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 on a 0 to 26 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Dental Lab Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 47 mi | $19.70/hr | 114,288 |
| Huntsville, AL | 81 mi | $18.16/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 82 mi | $18.16/hr | 64,029 |
| Montgomery, AL | 87 mi | $19.70/hr | 195,818 |
| Auburn, AL | 99 mi | $18.86/hr | 83,757 |
| South Fulton, GA | 128 mi | $23.61/hr | 112,003 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Alabama · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Alabama
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do dental lab technicians make in Birmingham, AL?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Birmingham metro area have a median pay of $20.00 per hour, about $41,600 a year. The middle half earn between $19.49 and $22.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Birmingham as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Birmingham in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Jefferson County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental lab technicians in Birmingham?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalZanesville, OH · 3 postings$29.50/ hr$25–$33
- ClearChoice Dental Implant CentersWest Palm Beach, FL · 1 posting$36.50/ hr$35–$38
- Veterans Health AdministrationRedlands, CA · 1 posting$36.02/ hr$31–$41
- ClearChoice Dental Implant CentersRochester, NY · 1 posting$36.00/ hr$32–$40
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2What they are offering now
Low$24Median$29.75High$35
24 Lab Tech postings with published pay in the US, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Lab Tech roles
- Dental Lab TechnicianPermanent$32.00–$35.00/ hour
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