Dental Lab Technician jobs in Chattanooga, TN
Dental Lab Technicians in the Chattanooga area earn a median of $21.62 per hour, about $44,980 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.03 and $27.65. That ranks 110th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 79th of 130 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Chattanooga and what they pay.
- $21.62median pay per hour, Chattanooga
- $16–$28typical range per hour
- 80dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Chattanooga, TN
The metro median is 2% above the Tennessee statewide median of $21.14 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 80 dental laboratory technicians employed in the Chattanooga metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.42).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.63 | $30,430 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.03 | $33,340 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.62 | $44,980 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.65 | $57,510 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.96 | $76,880 | 59% above U.S. median |
How Chattanooga ranks
- 110th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 79th of 130 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Tennessee metro areas
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 Chattanooga
- Overall prices in Chattanooga run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.62 median hour buys what $23.64 buys at the national price level, 2% 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: $38,916
- Per month: $3,243
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chattanooga metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Hamilton County
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Hamilton County (1 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 25 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, TN | 23 mi | $21.14/hr | 50,232 |
| Huntsville, AL | 85 mi | $18.16/hr | 230,402 |
| Murfreesboro, TN | 86 mi | $21.14/hr | 168,387 |
| Marietta, GA | 87 mi | $23.61/hr | 63,122 |
| Roswell, GA | 87 mi | $23.61/hr | 92,227 |
| Alpharetta, GA | 88 mi | $23.61/hr | 67,275 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Tennessee · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Tennessee
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee 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 Chattanooga, TN?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Chattanooga metro area have a median pay of $21.62 per hour, about $44,980 a year. The middle half earn between $16.03 and $27.65 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chattanooga a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
Chattanooga ranks 79th of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 110th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Chattanooga as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Chattanooga in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active dental health shortage designations that include Hamilton 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 Chattanooga?
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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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