Dental Lab Technician jobs in Lincoln, NE
Pay for dental lab technicians in the Lincoln area centers on $23.76 per hour, or about $49,420 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.82 and the upper quarter over $24.61. That ranks 50th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 27th of 130 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Lincoln and what they pay.
- $23.76median pay per hour, Lincoln
- $19–$25typical range per hour
- 70dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Lincoln, NE
The metro median is 1% above the Nebraska statewide median of $23.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 70 dental laboratory technicians employed in the Lincoln metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.66 | $36,730 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.82 | $39,150 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.76 | $49,420 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.61 | $51,190 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.39 | $63,210 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Lincoln ranks
- 50th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 27th 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 Lincoln
- Overall prices in Lincoln run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.76 median hour buys what $25.94 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.
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- Per year: $42,768
- Per month: $3,564
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lincoln metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Lancaster County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Lancaster County (3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 45 mi | $22.89/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 45 mi | $22.89/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 52 mi | $22.89/hr | 62,665 |
| Grand Island, NE | 88 mi | $23.64/hr | 53,250 |
| Manhattan, KS | 112 mi | $23.86/hr | 54,700 |
| Sioux City, IA | 117 mi | $23.34/hr | 86,875 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Nebraska · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do dental lab technicians make in Lincoln, NE?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Lincoln metro area have a median pay of $23.76 per hour, about $49,420 a year. The middle half earn between $18.82 and $24.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lincoln a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
Lincoln ranks 27th of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 50th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Lincoln as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lincoln in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Lancaster 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 Lincoln?
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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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