How much does a School Principal earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for School Principal in New Zealand ranges from NZD 12,848 to NZD 111,972 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,220 job listings

Salary Guide

School Principal Salary in New Zealand

Based on 1,220 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$12,848 - $111,972

Median salary

$12,848 - $111,972

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$9K

25th percentile$12K

Median$13K

75th percentile$112K

90th percentile$129K

50% of professionals earn between $11,557 - $111,972 NZD

The median salary is $12,848

Top cities

Auckland283 job openings

Wellington273 job openings

Christchurch83 job openings

Wellington Central74 job openings

Wellington City58 job openings

Hamilton37 job openings

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School Principal

1,220 job openings

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The average salary for a School Principal in New Zealand is NZD 12,848 - NZD 111,972 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 62,410 per year, based on 1,220 active job listings.

The cities with the most School Principal job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Wellington Central, Wellington City. Auckland leads with 283 job openings.

Explore 1,220 School Principal job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.