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The University of Mississippi Medical Center · Jackson, MS
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Dental Lab Technician jobs in Jackson, MS
Dental Lab Technicians in the Jackson area earn a median of $23.22 per hour, about $48,300 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.34 and $31.32. That ranks 65th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 25th of 130 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Jackson.
- $23.22median pay per hour, Jackson
- $17–$31typical range per hour
- 50dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Dental Lab Technician pay in Jackson, MS
The metro median is 29% above the Mississippi statewide median of $17.98 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 50 dental laboratory technicians employed in the Jackson metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.54 | $30,240 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.34 | $36,070 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.22 | $48,300 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.32 | $65,150 | 35% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.41 | $75,730 | 57% above U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 65th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 25th 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.
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Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in Jackson
- Overall prices in Jackson run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 64.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.22 median hour buys what $26.08 buys at the national price level, 12% above 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.
Estimate your Jackson paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$836
- Per year: $41,796
- Per month: $3,483
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Hinds County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hinds County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 147 mi | $22.25/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 157 mi | $22.23/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 159 mi | $22.23/hr | 64,650 |
| Mobile, AL | 168 mi | $20.48/hr | 201,367 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 168 mi | $19.70/hr | 114,288 |
| Southaven, MS | 183 mi | $20.87/hr | 57,493 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Mississippi · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi 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 Jackson, MS?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $23.22 per hour, about $48,300 a year. The middle half earn between $17.34 and $31.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 25th of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 65th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Jackson as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Jackson in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Hinds 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 Jackson?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Jackson and across Mississippi. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Jackson.
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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.
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