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Dental salaries in New Zealand

Advertised pay for Dental roles (Healthcare & Medical) on Seek New Zealand — aggregated from real job-ad salary ranges.

NZD $47,500 – $202,500 a year

Typical midpoint around $62,500

Based on 155 jobs advertised on Seek · data refreshed 2 Jun 2026

What do Dental roles pay?

Across 155 jobs advertised in Healthcare & Medical on Seek New Zealand, Dental positions typically advertise between $47,500 and $202,500 NZD a year, with a typical midpoint around $62,500. Ranges are entered by the advertiser, so treat them as a negotiation guide rather than a guarantee.

Common roles

RoleTypical midSample
Dental Assistant$58k45 jobs
Dental Receptionist$58k22 jobs
Orthodontic Assistant$58k4 jobs
Oral Health Therapist$113k15 jobs
Dentist$198k14 jobs
Receptionist$58k6 jobs
Practice Manager$68k5 jobs
Dental Hygienist$113k7 jobs

Related in Healthcare & Medical

  • Management $78k – $253k
  • Medical Administration $48k – $103k
  • Psychology, Counselling & Social Work $63k – $153k
  • Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices $68k – $203k
  • Pharmacy $68k – $153k
  • Clinical/Medical Research $68k – $353k
  • Physiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation $68k – $153k
  • Sales $78k – $173k

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