Healthcare & Medical
Dentist Salary in Australia
Dentists diagnose and treat oral health conditions. Australia has a persistent shortage of dentists in regional areas, which is reflected in the salary premiums offered on Seek for rural and remote positions. Associate and principal dentist roles are the most common Seek listings.
AU Typical Range
$100k – $220k
AU Median
$155k
NZ Typical Range
NZD $90k – $195k
Salary by experience level
New Grad / Associate
Experienced Dentist
Principal / Owner
Estimated take-home pay (AU median)
Based on $155k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.
Annual
$109,483
Monthly
$9,124
Fortnightly
$4,211
Common employers on Seek
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What is the average Dentist salary in Australia?
The average Dentist salary in Australia is around $155k per year, with a typical Seek range of $100k – $220k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.
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What does a Dentist take home after tax in Australia?
At the median salary of $155k, take-home pay is approximately $109,483 per year ($9,124 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.