Salary of Dental Assistant in Australia 2026

How much does a Dental Assistant earn?

$66,910 / Annual
Based on 44 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: $66,910 Maximum: $80,000

Minimum
$52,000 Average salary
$66,910 Maximum
$80,000

$5,576 / Monthly
Based on 44 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: $5,576 Maximum: $6,667

Minimum
$4,333 Average salary
$5,576 Maximum
$6,667

$186 / Daily
Based on 44 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: $186 Maximum: $222

Minimum
$144 Average salary
$186 Maximum
$222

$35 / Hourly
Based on 44 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: $42

Minimum
$27 Average salary
$35 Maximum
$42

Salary data updated: April 2026

Salary of Dental Assistant in Australia

Dental Assistant

2 weeks 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...
Dental Assistant

2 weeks ago

New South Wales, New South Wales, Australia AB Dental & Medical Full-time

Senior Dental Assistant / All-Rounder – Specialist Practice Sydney CBD $40+ per hour (depending on experience) Full...
Dental Assistant

Found at: Sourcestack Australia - 3 weeks ago

Southern River, Western Australia 6110, Australia, Western Australia CFP/Allied Dental Full-time

Dental Nurse — Allied Dental Southern RiverPermanent Part-Time | Wednesday & Thursday | Experienced...

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All positions in General

Position	Average salary / Annual
General Practitioner (Obstetrics) \| Regional SA \| Up to 652k p.a	$48,042	View listings
Consultant Intensivist	$47,083	View listings
Pediatrician - Regional South Australia - 365,798 - 713,692pa	$44,979	View listings
Consultant Psychiatrist \| General Adult \| Coastal regional WA	$39,421	View listings
Paediatrician	$31,379	View listings
General Practitioner	$28,991	View listings
Geriatrician	$23,051	View listings
Dentist	$21,292	View listings
Remote Area Nurse	$19,167	View listings
Head of Cyber Assurance and Engagement	$18,958	View listings

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FAQ - Dental Assistant

The average salary for Dental Assistant is AUD66,910 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 44 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 AUD80,000

Data updated: April 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: 44 job postings with salary.