Dental Lab Technician salary in Kentucky
Dental Lab Technicians in Kentucky earn a median of $20.08 per hour, about $41,760 a year, 14% below the U.S. median of $23.23. The middle half earn between $18.34 and $23.30 per hour. The highest median among Kentucky metro areas is in Lexington-Fayette, KY, at $25.84 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $20.08median pay per hour
- $41,760median pay per year
- 290employed in Kentucky
- #41of 48 states by median pay
Dental Lab Technician pay in Kentucky: percentiles
| Level | Kentucky per hour | Kentucky per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.95 | $35,260 | $17.35 |
| Lower quartile | $18.34 | $38,150 | $18.87 |
| Median | $20.08 | $41,760 | $23.23 |
| Upper quartile | $23.30 | $48,460 | $29.96 |
| Top 10% | $26.66 | $55,450 | $37.83 |
Dental Lab Technician pay by metro area in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Kentucky median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $25.84 | $53,750 | 50 | 29% above | $27.82 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $18.34 | $38,150 | 190 | 9% below | $19.70 |
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).
Dental Lab Technician pay in states next to Kentucky
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $24.28 | $50,500 | 21% above Kentucky |
| Indiana | $22.78 | $47,370 | 13% above Kentucky |
| Missouri | $22.55 | $46,900 | 12% above Kentucky |
| Ohio | $23.20 | $48,250 | 16% above Kentucky |
| Tennessee | $21.14 | $43,970 | 5% above Kentucky |
| Virginia | $23.32 | $48,510 | 16% above Kentucky |
| West Virginia | $17.77 | $36,970 | 12% below Kentucky |
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Common questions
How much does a dental lab technician make in Kentucky?
The median is $20.08 per hour, about $41,760 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $16.95 and the top 10% earn over $26.66 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Kentucky city pays dental lab technicians the most?
Among Kentucky metro areas, Lexington-Fayette, KY has the highest median at $25.84 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Kentucky rank for dental lab technician pay?
Kentucky ranks 41st 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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- ClearChoice Dental Implant CentersWest Palm Beach, FL · 1 posting$36.50/ hr$35–$38
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