50% of professionals earn between $14,000 - $16,458 NZD
The median salary is $15,000
The average salary for a Dentist in New Zealand is NZD 15,000 - NZD 16,458 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 15,729 per year, based on 1,293 active job listings.
The cities with the most Dentist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Tauranga, Hamilton. Auckland leads with 148 job openings.
Leading employers for Dentist roles in New Zealand include 1300SMILES Ltd, Abano Healthcare, ZEST Dental Recruitment.
Explore 1,293 Dentist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.