As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Dental Technician in Seattle, WA is $205,106, equivalent to $99 per hour, $3,944 weekly, or $17,092 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 Seattle, WA vary widely, spanning from $187,367 to $261,418. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($195,821) and 75th percentile ($234,582), while top earners (90th percentile) make $261,418 per year. This $38,761 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, Seattle Dental Technician often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Seattle currently ranks 67 statewide 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 $187,367 Seattle, WA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $195,821 Seattle, WA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $205,106 Seattle, WA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $234,582 Seattle, WA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $261,418 Seattle, WA August 01, 2026
25% $195,821 10% $187,367 90% $261,418 75% $234,582 $205,106 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 Seattle, WA. The base salary for Dental Technician ranges from $195,821 to $234,582 with the average base salary of $205,106. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $193,871 to $253,182 with the average total cash compensation of $220,714.

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