Dental Lab Technician jobs in Sioux Falls, SD
Pay for dental lab technicians in South Dakota centers on $21.45 per hour, or about $44,610 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.98 and the upper quarter over $23.19. That is 8% below the U.S. median of $23.23 per hour. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Sioux Falls.
- $21.45median pay per hour, South Dakota
- $20–$23typical range per hour
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Sioux Falls, SD
Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 70 dental laboratory technicians employed in South Dakota.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.57 | $38,630 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.98 | $41,560 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.45 | $44,610 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.19 | $48,240 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.60 | $80,290 | 66% 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 Sioux Falls
- Overall prices in Sioux Falls run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.6).
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: $38,610
- Per month: $3,218
- South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for South Dakota. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Minnehaha County
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Minnehaha County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA | 74 mi | $23.34/hr | 86,875 |
| Omaha, NE | 161 mi | $22.89/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 165 mi | $22.89/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 170 mi | $22.89/hr | 64,777 |
| Eden Prairie, MN | 186 mi | $28.02/hr | 62,905 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 186 mi | $23.21/hr | 72,145 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in South Dakota · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Dakota
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Dakota requires for your role with the South Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
South Dakota 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 Sioux Falls, SD?
Dental Lab Technicians in South Dakota have a median pay of $21.45 per hour, about $44,610 a year. The middle half earn between $19.98 and $23.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Sioux Falls as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Dakota requires for your role with the South Dakota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Sioux Falls in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Minnehaha 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 Sioux Falls?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Sioux Falls and across South Dakota. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Sioux Falls.
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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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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.
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