50% of professionals earn between $78,500 - $125,000 NZD
The median salary is $109,000
The average salary for a Dental Hygienist in New Zealand is NZD 78,500 - NZD 125,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 105,375 per year, based on 1,408 active job listings.
The cities with the most Dental Hygienist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Whanganui. Auckland leads with 244 job openings.
Leading employers for Dental Hygienist roles in New Zealand include Confidential, The Dentist on Kelvin, Abano Healthcare Group, FLASH. The Dentists on Dominion Road, Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora.
Explore 1,408 Dental Hygienist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.