NV · Carson City · Updated October 15, 2026

Dental Lab Technician jobs in Carson City, NV

Dental Lab Technicians in Nevada earn a median of $24.34 per hour, about $50,620 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.50 and $41.53. That is 5% above the U.S. median of $23.23 per hour. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Carson City.

Dental Lab Technician pay in Carson City, NV

Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 190 dental laboratory technicians employed in Nevada.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$17.23$35,84026% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$17.50$36,40025% below U.S. median
Median$24.34$50,6205% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$41.53$86,38079% above U.S. median
Top 10%$41.55$86,42079% 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.

What your pay buys in Carson City

  • Overall prices in Carson City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.2).

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$876
  • Per year: $43,812
  • Per month: $3,651
  • Nevada has no state income tax on wages.

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Nevada. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Open Dental Lab Technician roles in Nevada

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Dental health shortage areas in Carson City

HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Carson City (3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 26 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

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Reno, NV28 mi$24.34/hr281,714
Sparks, NV29 mi$24.34/hr111,520
Folsom, CA82 mi$23.60/hr88,091
Rocklin, CA84 mi$23.60/hr75,129
Lincoln, CA85 mi$23.60/hr56,268
Roseville, CA89 mi$23.60/hr163,304

Dental Lab Technician jobs in Nevada · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Nevada

Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.

Nevada state guide

Other healthcare roles in Carson City

Carson City city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do dental lab technicians make in Carson City, NV?

Dental Lab Technicians in Nevada have a median pay of $24.34 per hour, about $50,620 a year. The middle half earn between $17.50 and $41.53 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Do I need a Nevada license to work in Carson City as a dental lab technician?

Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

Is Carson City in a shortage area?

HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Carson 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 Carson City?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • Dralhashim LLCLas Vegas, NV · 1 wage offer$37.46/ hr$35–$40
  • 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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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

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    $18.00–$25.00/ hour
    Aspen Dental · Pahrump, NV · posted today

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