As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Dental Technician in the US is $185,153, equivalent to $89 per hour, $3,561 weekly, or $15,429 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Dental Technician in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Dental Technician in the US vary widely, spanning from $175,908 to $232,110. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($180,314) and 75th percentile ($209,732), while top earners (90th percentile) make $232,110 per year. This $29,418 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Clinical Skills, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Dental Technician often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 7 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Biotechnology to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dental Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $175,908 US August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $180,314 US August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $185,153 US August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $209,732 US August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $232,110 US August 01, 2025
25% $180,314 10% $175,908 90% $232,110 75% $209,732 $185,153 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Dental Technician ?

A dental technologist (dental laboratory technician) is a member of the dental team who, upon prescription from a dental clinician, constructs custom-made restorative and dental appliances. There are four major disciplines within dental technology. These are fixed prosthesis including crowns, bridges and implants; removable prosthesis, including dentures and removable partial dentures; maxillofacial prosthesis, including ocular prosthesis and craniofacial prosthesis; and orthodontics and auxiliaries, including orthodontic appliances and mouthguards. The dentist communicates with the dental...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Dental Technician in the United States. The base salary for Dental Technician ranges from $180,314 to $209,732 with the average base salary of $185,153. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $172,521 to $219,501 with the average total cash compensation of $193,063.

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