Dental Lab Technician jobs in Greenville, NC
The median dental lab technician pay in North Carolina is $23.78 per hour ($49,460 a year), with the typical range running from $17.95 to $29.23. That is 2% above the U.S. median of $23.23 per hour. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Greenville.
- $23.78median pay per hour, North Carolina
- $18–$29typical range per hour
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Greenville, NC
Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 860 dental laboratory technicians employed in North Carolina.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.98 | $35,320 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.95 | $37,340 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.78 | $49,460 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.23 | $60,800 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.47 | $75,860 | 57% 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 Greenville
- Overall prices in Greenville run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 57.3).
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: $42,804
- Per month: $3,567
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for North Carolina. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Pitt County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Pitt County (1 population-group). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mount, NC | 35 mi | $23.78/hr | 54,541 |
| Jacksonville, NC | 60 mi | $23.78/hr | 70,840 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 69 mi | $23.78/hr | 56,764 |
| Raleigh, NC | 73 mi | $23.78/hr | 499,825 |
| Cary, NC | 82 mi | $23.78/hr | 182,659 |
| Apex, NC | 85 mi | $23.78/hr | 75,977 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in North Carolina · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in North Carolina
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina 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 Greenville, NC?
Dental Lab Technicians in North Carolina have a median pay of $23.78 per hour, about $49,460 a year. The middle half earn between $17.95 and $29.23 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Greenville as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Greenville in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Pitt 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 Greenville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Greenville and across North Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Greenville.
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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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