Dental Lab Technician jobs in Eau Claire, WI
Pay for dental lab technicians in the Eau Claire area centers on $22.06 per hour, or about $45,890 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.50 and the upper quarter over $27.48. That ranks 100th of 133 U.S. metro areas for dental lab technician pay, and 76th of 130 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Eau Claire.
- $22.06median pay per hour, Eau Claire
- $20–$27typical range per hour
- 30dental lab technicians employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Lab Technician pay in Eau Claire, WI
The metro median is 3% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $22.72 per hour. Nationally the median is $23.23 per hour. BLS counts about 30 dental laboratory technicians employed in the Eau Claire metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.67 | $32,590 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.50 | $40,560 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.06 | $45,890 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.48 | $57,160 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.14 | $62,690 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Eau Claire ranks
- 100th of 133 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 76th of 130 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Wisconsin 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 Eau Claire
- Overall prices in Eau Claire run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 27% below the U.S. average (index 72.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.06 median hour buys what $23.77 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: $39,708
- Per month: $3,309
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Dental Lab Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse, WI | 70 mi | $22.72/hr | 51,049 |
| Woodbury, MN | 70 mi | $28.02/hr | 80,596 |
| Rochester, MN | 74 mi | $27.49/hr | 123,624 |
| St. Paul, MN | 79 mi | $28.02/hr | 307,465 |
| Blaine, MN | 87 mi | $28.02/hr | 75,172 |
| Minneapolis, MN | 87 mi | $28.02/hr | 428,579 |
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Wisconsin · Dental Lab Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do dental lab technicians make in Eau Claire, WI?
Dental Lab Technicians in the Eau Claire metro area have a median pay of $22.06 per hour, about $45,890 a year. The middle half earn between $19.50 and $27.48 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Eau Claire a good place for dental lab technicians once cost of living is counted?
Eau Claire ranks 76th of 130 metro areas for dental lab technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 100th of 133 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Eau Claire as a dental lab technician?
Dental laboratory training or on-the-job experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place dental lab technicians in Eau Claire?
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- Highland Lakes Dental Center IncRhinelander, WI · 1 wage offer$14.54/ hr$15–$15
- 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
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