Dental Lab Technician jobs in Tucson, AZ
The median dental lab technician pay in the Tucson area is $21.51 per hour ($44,750 a year), with the typical range running from $18.08 to $25.38. That ranks 113th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 103rd of 130 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tucson.
- $21.51median pay per hour, Tucson
- $18–$25typical range per hour
- 100dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Tucson, AZ
The metro median is 6% below the Arizona statewide median of $22.87 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 100 dental laboratory technicians employed in the Tucson metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.26 | $35,900 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.08 | $37,610 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.51 | $44,750 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $25.38 | $52,790 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.20 | $71,140 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Tucson ranks
- 113th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 103rd of 130 after adjusting for local prices
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.
What your pay buys in Tucson
- Overall prices in Tucson run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.51 median hour buys what $22.20 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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- Per year: $38,718
- Per month: $3,226
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tucson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Pima County
HRSA lists 27 active dental health shortage designations that include Pima County (3 geographic, 9 population-group, 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marana, AZ | 27 mi | $23.06/hr | 62,380 |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 74 mi | $23.06/hr | 68,927 |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 87 mi | $23.06/hr | 83,781 |
| Maricopa, AZ | 90 mi | $23.06/hr | 76,654 |
| Gilbert, AZ | 95 mi | $23.06/hr | 288,790 |
| Chandler, AZ | 97 mi | $23.06/hr | 281,231 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Arizona · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Tucson
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Common questions
How much do dental lab technicians make in Tucson, AZ?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Tucson metro area have a median pay of $21.51 per hour, about $44,750 a year. The middle half earn between $18.08 and $25.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tucson a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
Tucson ranks 103rd of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 113th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Tucson as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Tucson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 27 active dental health shortage designations that include Pima 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 Tucson?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Love Dental PLLCAvondale, AZ · 1 wage offer$29.27/ hr$29–$29
- 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
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