As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for Dental Technician in Tennessee is $173,026, equivalent to $83 per hour, $3,327 weekly, or $14,419 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 Tennessee vary widely, spanning from $164,386 to $216,907. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($168,503) and 75th percentile ($195,995), while top earners (90th percentile) make $216,907 per year. This $27,492 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, Tennessee Dental Technician often earn 6.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 7 companies. However, Tennessee currently ranks 43 nationwide for Dental Technician job salary. 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 $164,386 TN August 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $168,503 TN August 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $173,026 TN August 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $195,995 TN August 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dental Technician Salary $216,907 TN August 01, 2025
25% $168,503 10% $164,386 90% $216,907 75% $195,995 $173,026 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 Adams, TN Avg. Salary $169,747 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Adamsville, TN Avg. Salary $161,074 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Afton, TN Avg. Salary $165,995 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Alamo, TN Avg. Salary $175,290 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Alcoa, TN Avg. Salary $172,820 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Alexandria, TN Avg. Salary $177,666 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Allardt, TN Avg. Salary $171,670 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Allons, TN Avg. Salary $174,668 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Allred, TN Avg. Salary $171,670 Date Updated August 01, 2025
Location Alpine, TN Avg. Salary $171,670 Date Updated August 01, 2025
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