Average salary
$11,303 - $12,775
Median salary
$11,303 - $12,775
Lower rangeUpper range
Salary distribution by percentile
10th percentile$8K
25th percentile$10K
Median$11K
75th percentile$13K
90th percentile$15K
50% of professionals earn between $10,417 - $12,775 NZD
The median salary is $11,303
Top cities
Auckland296 job openings
Wellington291 job openings
Wellington Central88 job openings
Christchurch81 job openings
Wellington City56 job openings
Hamilton35 job openings
Workfromhome25 job openings
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The average salary for a School Principal in New Zealand is NZD 11,303 - NZD 12,775 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 12,039 per year, based on 1,302 active job listings.
The cities with the most School Principal job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Wellington Central, Christchurch, Wellington City. Auckland leads with 296 job openings.
Explore 1,302 School Principal job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.