How much does a Dentist earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Dentist in New Zealand ranges from NZD 16,390 to NZD 18,820 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,201 job listings

Salary Guide

Dentist Salary in New Zealand

Based on 1,201 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$16,390 - $18,820

Median salary

$16,390 - $18,820

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$12K

25th percentile$14K

Median$16K

75th percentile$19K

90th percentile$22K

50% of professionals earn between $14,375 - $18,820 NZD

The median salary is $16,390

Top cities

Auckland139 job openings

Wellington121 job openings

Christchurch101 job openings

Dunedin39 job openings

Tauranga38 job openings

Hamilton33 job openings

Blenheim31 job openings

Gore31 job openings

Palmerston North31 job openings

Invercargill29 job openings

Lower Hutt28 job openings

Napier City28 job openings

Rotorua27 job openings

Oamaru23 job openings

New Plymouth21 job openings

Hastings20 job openings

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Dentist

1,201 job openings

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The average salary for a Dentist in New Zealand is NZD 16,390 - NZD 18,820 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 17,605 per year, based on 1,201 active job listings.

The cities with the most Dentist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Tauranga. Auckland leads with 139 job openings.

Explore 1,201 Dentist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.