Dental Lab Technician salary in Florida
Dental Lab Technicians in Florida earn a median of $27.36 per hour, about $56,910 a year, 18% above the U.S. median of $23.23. The middle half earn between $22.22 and $31.66 per hour. The highest median among Florida metro areas is in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL, at $28.19 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $27.36median pay per hour
- $56,910median pay per year
- 2,170employed in Florida
- #5of 48 states by median pay
Dental Lab Technician pay in Florida: percentiles
| Level | Florida per hour | Florida per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.57 | $36,550 | $17.35 |
| Lower quartile | $22.22 | $46,220 | $18.87 |
| Median | $27.36 | $56,910 | $23.23 |
| Upper quartile | $31.66 | $65,850 | $29.96 |
| Top 10% | $38.76 | $80,620 | $37.83 |
Dental Lab Technician pay by metro area in Florida
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Florida median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $28.19 | $58,640 | 440 | 3% above | $27.94 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $28.08 | $58,400 | 180 | 3% above | $28.23 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL | $27.81 | $57,850 | 70 | 2% above | $27.81 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $27.79 | $57,800 | 290 | 2% above | $27.40 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $27.36 | $56,910 | 690 | in line with | $23.97 |
| Naples-Marco Island, FL | $26.00 | $54,080 | 30 | 5% below | $25.19 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL | $25.26 | $52,540 | 80 | 8% below | $24.66 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $24.75 | $51,470 | 40 | 10% below | $24.69 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL | $24.72 | $51,410 | 50 | 10% below | $25.45 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL | $23.88 | $49,660 | 30 | 13% below | $23.33 |
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL | $23.84 | $49,580 | 70 | 13% below | $24.40 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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What employers are posting in Florida
- 3roles with published pay
- $30.50median pay per hour
- $27–$36typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 2 | $30.25 |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 1 | $36.50 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 3 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Dental Lab Technician jobs in Florida · Dental Lab Technician salary nationwide · Florida state guide
Common questions
How much does a dental lab technician make in Florida?
The median is $27.36 per hour, about $56,910 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.57 and the top 10% earn over $38.76 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Florida city pays dental lab technicians the most?
Among Florida metro areas, Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL has the highest median at $28.19 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Florida rank for dental lab technician pay?
Florida ranks 5th of 48 states by median dental lab technician pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalLeesburg, FL · 2 postings$30.25/ hr$26–$35
- Styledent LLCWinter Park, FL · 1 wage offer$29.14/ hr$29–$29
- Carlos Ceramics Dental Laboratory, Inc.North Miami Beach, FL · 2 wage offers$28.73/ hr$26–$31
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- Dental Lab TechnicianPermanent$28.00–$32.00/ hour
- Dental Lab Technician- CAD DesignerPermanent$35.00–$38.00/ hour
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