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Dental Lab Technician jobs in Reno, NV
Pay for dental lab technicians in the Reno area centers on $24.34 per hour, or about $50,620 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.87 and the upper quarter over $32.41. That ranks 35th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 68th of 130 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Reno.
- $24.34median pay per hour, Reno
- $18–$32typical range per hour
- 50dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Reno, NV
The metro median is in line with the Nevada statewide median of $24.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 50 dental laboratory technicians employed in the Reno metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.61 | $36,630 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.87 | $37,170 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.34 | $50,620 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.41 | $67,410 | 40% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.95 | $89,340 | 85% above U.S. median |
How Reno ranks
- 35th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 68th 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 Reno
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.34 median hour buys what $24.10 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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Estimated weekly gross$876
- Per year: $43,812
- Per month: $3,651
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
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Dental health shortage areas in Washoe County
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Washoe County (5 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
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks, NV | 7 mi | $24.34/hr | 111,520 |
| Carson City, NV | 28 mi | $24.34/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 90 mi | $23.60/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 91 mi | $23.60/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 92 mi | $23.60/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 95 mi | $23.60/hr | 163,304 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do dental lab technicians make in Reno, NV?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $24.34 per hour, about $50,620 a year. The middle half earn between $17.87 and $32.41 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Reno a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 68th of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 35th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Reno 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 Reno in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active dental health shortage designations that include Washoe 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 Reno?
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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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