Salary of Dental Assistant in Australia 2026

How much does a Dental Assistant earn?

$66,572 / Annual
Based on 40 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $52,000 Average salary: $66,572 Maximum: $82,000

Minimum
$52,000 Average salary
$66,572 Maximum
$82,000

$5,548 / Monthly
Based on 40 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $4,333 Average salary: $5,548 Maximum: $6,833

Minimum
$4,333 Average salary
$5,548 Maximum
$6,833

$185 / Daily
Based on 40 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $144 Average salary: $185 Maximum: $228

Minimum
$144 Average salary
$185 Maximum
$228

$35 / Hourly
Based on 40 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $27 Average salary: $35 Maximum: $43

Minimum
$27 Average salary
$35 Maximum
$43

Salary data updated: August 2026

Salary of Dental Assistant in Australia

Dental Assistant

4 weeks ago

Launceston TAS, Australia The Ruthy Clinic Full-time

Build your career with The Ruthy Clinic. The Ruthy Clinic is an award-winning dental and facial aesthetics...
Dental Assistant

Found at: Fantastic LinkedIn - 2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia SmileCo Dental Full-time

About the Role As a dentist-owned and operated private practice, we are seeking a passionate and experienced dental...
Dental Assistant

4 months ago

Hallett Cove, South Australia AB Dental & Medical Full-time

Dental Assistant / Receptionist – Hallett Cove Join a thriving, modern dental clinic in Hallett Cove offering a...

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FAQ - Dental Assistant

The average salary for Dental Assistant is AUD66,572 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 40 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Dental Assistant in Australia.

The lowest salary of Dental Assistant per year in Australia is AUD52,000

The highest salary for Dental Assistant per year in Australia is AUD82,000

Data updated: August 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in Australia. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 40 job postings with salary.