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Dental Hygienist Salary in Australia

Dental hygienists clean teeth, examine for oral disease, and educate patients on oral health. The Australia median is $136,712 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$136,712
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,381
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$136,712
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$65.73
varies by city

Dental Hygienist salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$136,712
Canberra, ACT$136,712
Sunshine Coast, QLD$136,712
Wollongong, NSW$136,712
Hobart, TAS$136,712
Darwin, NT$136,712
Mackay, QLD$136,712
Melbourne, VIC$100,626
Sydney, NSW$99,932
Perth, WA$90,910
Brisbane, QLD$88,828
Adelaide, SA$81,889

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a dental hygienist make in Australia?
The national median dental hygienist salary in Australia is about $197,000 per year ($16,400 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $118,000 to $197,000.
Which Australia city pays dental hygienists the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $197,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays dental hygienists the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $118,000 per year for a dental hygienist.
What is the typical salary range for a dental hygienist in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, dental hygienist pay commonly spans from about $83,600 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $257,700 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have dental hygienist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes dental hygienist pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is dental hygienist in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +9% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.