Dental Lab Technician salary in Pennsylvania
Dental Lab Technicians in Pennsylvania earn a median of $23.92 per hour, about $49,750 a year, 3% above the U.S. median of $23.23. The middle half earn between $19.86 and $31.59 per hour. The highest median among Pennsylvania metro areas is in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD, at $25.29 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $23.92median pay per hour
- $49,750median pay per year
- 1,100employed in Pennsylvania
- #17of 48 states by median pay
Dental Lab Technician pay in Pennsylvania: percentiles
| Level | Pennsylvania per hour | Pennsylvania per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.74 | $34,820 | $17.35 |
| Lower quartile | $19.86 | $41,310 | $18.87 |
| Median | $23.92 | $49,750 | $23.23 |
| Upper quartile | $31.59 | $65,710 | $29.96 |
| Top 10% | $39.41 | $81,970 | $37.83 |
Dental Lab Technician pay by metro area in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Pennsylvania median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $25.29 | $52,600 | 690 | 6% above | $24.66 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ | $24.59 | $51,150 | 60 | 3% above | $24.60 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $23.72 | $49,350 | 290 | 1% below | $25.06 |
| Reading, PA | $23.54 | $48,970 | 40 | 2% below | $24.25 |
| Lancaster, PA | $23.42 | $48,710 | 60 | 2% below | $23.84 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA | $22.85 | $47,520 | 80 | 4% below | $23.16 |
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 Pennsylvania
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $17.94 | $37,320 | 25% below Pennsylvania |
| Maryland | $23.97 | $49,850 | in line with Pennsylvania |
| New Jersey | $23.45 | $48,780 | 2% below Pennsylvania |
| New York | $26.03 | $54,140 | 9% above Pennsylvania |
| Ohio | $23.20 | $48,250 | 3% below Pennsylvania |
| West Virginia | $17.77 | $36,970 | 26% below Pennsylvania |
What employers are posting in Pennsylvania
- 3roles with published pay
- $32.50median pay per hour
- $26–$35typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Dental | 2 | $32.50 |
| ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers | 1 | $26 |
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.
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Common questions
How much does a dental lab technician make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $23.92 per hour, about $49,750 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $16.74 and the top 10% earn over $39.41 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Pennsylvania city pays dental lab technicians the most?
Among Pennsylvania metro areas, Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD has the highest median at $25.29 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for dental lab technician pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 17th 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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- Aspen DentalErie, PA · 2 postings$32.50/ hr$30–$35
- 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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