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Dentist jobs and cost of living in Darwin, NT
Tropical and laid back, close to Asia, with a dry season and a wet season rather than four seasons.
What is left over in Darwin?
Using the national median dentist income (A$131,588 at five days), tax, rent sized to the household and our living cost assumptions. It ranks 13 of 16 places for a single dentist.
| Household | Left over a year | A month |
|---|---|---|
| Just you | A$41,285 | A$3,440 |
| You and a partner earning A$40k (illustrative) | A$59,860 | A$4,988 |
| Couple and one child, partner earning A$40k, temporary visa, 5 days of childcare | A$15,340 | A$1,278 |
Is Darwin short of dentists?
Major cities: about 70 dentists per 100,000 people. More competition for work. A 2026 federal modelling report describes the dental workforce challenge as mainly one of distribution: dentists are concentrated in cities, while regional and remote areas have fewer per person. That is a general signal, not a promise of work in Darwin. See the Dental Practitioner Supply and Demand Compendium (April 2026) and a 2026 summary of the AIHW figures.
Frequently asked questions
How much is rent in Darwin?
Our figure is about A$725 a week for a typical home (Cotality rental review, Jun quarter 2026). It is graded A for confidence. A one-bedroom is usually cheaper and a family home more.
Is Darwin a regional area for visas?
Under the common reading of the 491 visa definition (everywhere except Greater Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane), Darwin counts as regional. Check the official Home Affairs postcode list before relying on this.
What is the weather like in Darwin?
Roughly 32°C on an average January day and 31°C on an average July day (rounded long-term averages; check the Bureau of Meteorology for exact figures). Remember January is summer in Australia.
Are dentists needed in Darwin?
Major cities: about 70 dentists per 100,000 people. More competition for work. Federal modelling suggests the shortage is mostly about where dentists work rather than how many there are. This is a general signal, not a job listing for Darwin.
How far is Darwin from the nearest capital?
Darwin is itself a capital city.
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General information only, not financial, tax, visa or migration advice. Figures are indicative and change. OSCE Coach is operated by SQH Technologies and is not affiliated with the Australian Dental Council.