Dental Lab Technician jobs in Lehi, UT
Dental Lab Technicians in the Lehi area earn a median of $22.09 per hour, about $45,940 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.70 and $29.45. That ranks 98th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 99th of 130 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Lehi.
- $22.09median pay per hour, Provo
- $18–$29typical range per hour
- 400dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Lehi, UT
The metro median is in line with the Utah statewide median of $22.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 400 dental laboratory technicians employed in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area, 1.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 6.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.34 | $36,070 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.70 | $36,820 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.09 | $45,940 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.45 | $61,260 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.88 | $78,790 | 63% above U.S. median |
How Lehi ranks
- 98th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 99th of 130 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Utah 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 Lehi
- Overall prices in Provo-Orem-Lehi run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 104.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.09 median hour buys what $22.49 buys at the national price level, 3% below 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: $39,762
- Per month: $3,314
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Utah County
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Utah County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 6 mi | $22.09/hr | 57,411 |
| Draper, UT | 6 mi | $22.00/hr | 50,166 |
| Herriman, UT | 9 mi | $22.00/hr | 62,352 |
| Eagle Mountain, UT | 10 mi | $22.09/hr | 60,575 |
| Sandy, UT | 11 mi | $22.00/hr | 92,840 |
| South Jordan, UT | 11 mi | $22.00/hr | 86,156 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Utah · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah 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 Lehi, UT?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Provo-Orem-Lehi metro area have a median pay of $22.09 per hour, about $45,940 a year. The middle half earn between $17.70 and $29.45 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lehi a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
Provo-Orem-Lehi ranks 99th of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 98th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Lehi as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lehi in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active dental health shortage designation that include Utah 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 Lehi?
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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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