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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dental Service Technician in Texas is $87,066 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.
However, a Dental Service Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Dental Service Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $100,263 | $8,355 | $1,928 | $48 |
| Average | $87,066 | $7,255 | $1,674 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,822 | $6,818 | $1,573 | $39 |
Esthetics Dental Studio Inc - Cypress, TX
CentroMed San Antonio - San Antonio, TX
Dental Architects - Argyle, TX
Affordable Care - Houston, TX
A Dental Service Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Dental Service Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Dental Service Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Dental Service Technician positions in MFG Durable or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Dental Service Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | $113,186 | $54.0 | 30% |
| Energy & Utilities | $104,479 | $50.0 | 20% |
| Healthcare | $95,772 | $46.0 | 10% |
| Retail & Wholesale | $95,772 | $46.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Dental Service Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $100,263 | $8,355 | $1,928 | $48 |
| Average | $87,066 | $7,255 | $1,674 | $42 |
| 25th Percentile | $81,822 | $6,818 | $1,573 | $39 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Dental Service Technician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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