Dental Lab Technician jobs in St. Louis, MO
The median dental lab technician pay in the St. Louis area is $23.22 per hour ($48,290 a year), with the typical range running from $19.03 to $30.18. That ranks 67th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 60th of 130 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near St. Louis.
- $23.22median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $19–$30typical range per hour
- 650dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in St. Louis, MO
The metro median is 3% above the Missouri statewide median of $22.55 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 650 dental laboratory technicians employed in the St. Louis metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.21).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.44 | $38,360 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.03 | $39,580 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.22 | $48,290 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.18 | $62,770 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.31 | $77,600 | 61% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 67th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 60th of 130 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Missouri metro areas
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 St. Louis
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.22 median hour buys what $24.42 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
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- Per year: $41,796
- Per month: $3,483
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in St. Louis city
HRSA lists 6 active dental health shortage designations that include St. Louis city (3 population-group, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $23.22/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $23.22/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $24.28/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $24.28/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $22.55/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 144 mi | $24.28/hr | 79,232 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Missouri · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 St. Louis, MO?
Dental Lab Technicians in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $23.22 per hour, about $48,290 a year. The middle half earn between $19.03 and $30.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 60th of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 67th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is St. Louis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active dental health shortage designations that include St. Louis city. 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 St. Louis?
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- 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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