As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Dental Technician in Arizona is $180,769, equivalent to $87 per hour, $3,476 weekly, or $15,064 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Dental Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Dental Technician in Arizona vary widely, spanning from $165,518 to $230,753. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($172,786) and 75th percentile ($206,933), while top earners (90th percentile) make $230,753 per year. This $34,147 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, Arizona Dental Technician often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 7 companies. However, Arizona currently ranks 27 nationwide for Dental Technician job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like 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 $165,518 AZ July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $172,786 AZ July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $180,769 AZ July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $206,933 AZ July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $230,753 AZ July 01, 2026
25% $172,786 10% $165,518 90% $230,753 75% $206,933 $180,769 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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Location Aguila, AZ Avg. Salary $183,898 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Ajo, AZ Avg. Salary $183,504 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Alpine, AZ Avg. Salary $183,350 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Amado, AZ Avg. Salary $183,334 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Apache Junction, AZ Avg. Salary $190,259 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arivaca, AZ Avg. Salary $183,437 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arizona City, AZ Avg. Salary $185,464 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arlington, AZ Avg. Salary $185,310 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Ash Fork, AZ Avg. Salary $183,527 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Avondale, AZ Avg. Salary $190,539 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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