Dental Lab Technician jobs in Harrisonburg, VA
The median dental lab technician pay in Virginia is $23.32 per hour ($48,510 a year), with the typical range running from $18.57 to $33.43. That is in line with the U.S. median of $23.23 per hour. The free report below lists employers near Harrisonburg and what they pay.
- $23.32median pay per hour, Virginia
- $19–$33typical range per hour
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Harrisonburg, VA
Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 1,020 dental laboratory technicians employed in Virginia.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.96 | $35,280 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.57 | $38,630 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.32 | $48,510 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.43 | $69,530 | 44% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.31 | $79,680 | 65% 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 Harrisonburg
- Overall prices in Harrisonburg run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 82.3).
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: $41,976
- Per month: $3,498
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Virginia. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Dental health shortage areas in Harrisonburg city
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Harrisonburg city (1 population-group, 1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VA | 74 mi | $23.32/hr | 80,301 |
| Richmond, VA | 98 mi | $22.47/hr | 233,655 |
| Roanoke, VA | 100 mi | $21.85/hr | 97,912 |
| Alexandria, VA | 100 mi | $27.76/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 103 mi | $27.76/hr | 68,417 |
| Gaithersburg, MD | 103 mi | $27.76/hr | 70,686 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Virginia · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia 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 Harrisonburg, VA?
Dental Lab Technicians in Virginia have a median pay of $23.32 per hour, about $48,510 a year. The middle half earn between $18.57 and $33.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Harrisonburg as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Harrisonburg in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 2 active dental health shortage designations that include Harrisonburg city. 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 Harrisonburg?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Harrisonburg and across Virginia. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Harrisonburg.
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Your Lab Tech pay reportHarrisonburg, VA · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Protech Dental Lab, IncReston, VA · 1 wage offer$40.42/ hr$40–$40
- Snehal Patel DDS MD PCLorton, VA · 1 wage offer$40.42/ hr$40–$40
- Artifex, IncAlexandria, VA · 1 wage offer$31.30/ hr$31–$31
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
4 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Tech in federal filings in Virginia, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Lab Tech roles
Open Lab Tech roles near Harrisonburg, VA, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.