50% of professionals earn between $18,334 - $20,417 NZD
The median salary is $20,000
The average salary for a Dentist in New Zealand is NZD 20,000 - NZD 20,417 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 20,209 per year, based on 2,541 active job listings.
The cities with the most Dentist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Waikato, Southland. Auckland leads with 394 job openings.
Leading employers for Dentist roles in New Zealand include Abano Healthcare Group, 1300SMILES Ltd, Abano Healthcare Pty Ltd, Lumino The Dentists, Abano Healthcare.
Explore 2,541 Dentist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.