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Dentist jobs and cost of living in Perth, WA
Sunny, spacious and far from everywhere else, with beaches close to the city and a growing community of newcomers.
What is left over in Perth?
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 15 of 16 places for a single dentist.
| Household | Left over a year | A month |
|---|---|---|
| Just you | A$38,984 | A$3,249 |
| You and a partner earning A$40k (illustrative) | A$57,099 | A$4,758 |
| Couple and one child, partner earning A$40k, temporary visa, 5 days of childcare | A$12,579 | A$1,048 |
Is Perth 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 Perth. 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 Perth?
Our figure is about A$784 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 Perth a regional area for visas?
Under the common reading of the 491 visa definition (everywhere except Greater Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane), Perth counts as regional. Check the official Home Affairs postcode list before relying on this.
What is the weather like in Perth?
Roughly 32°C on an average January day and 19°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 Perth?
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 Perth.
How far is Perth from the nearest capital?
Perth 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.