Updated 2026-10-20 · Prices in AUD · Recall feed checked daily
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X-rays (2 views) cost across Australia

Digital radiographs, usually two views, with sedation billed separately if needed.

A$190–A$475national typical range (AUD)
Sydneymost expensive city
Hobartleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

SydneyA$400
MelbourneA$370
CanberraA$365
PerthA$340
BrisbaneA$330
DarwinA$330
GeelongA$330
Gold CoastA$325
CairnsA$325
TownsvilleA$325
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Ways to pay less

  • Ask whether sedation is included in the quote.
Insurance check

Insured dogs in Cairns would get roughly A$295 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about A$42–A$90/month for a young dog.

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All 16 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Sydney NSWA$230–A$570
Melbourne VICA$215–A$530
Canberra ACTA$210–A$520
Perth WAA$195–A$485
Brisbane QLDA$190–A$475
Darwin NTA$190–A$475
Geelong VICA$190–A$475
Gold Coast QLDA$185–A$465
Cairns QLDA$185–A$465
Townsville QLDA$185–A$460
Ballarat VICA$180–A$455
Newcastle NSWA$180–A$450
Toowoomba QLDA$180–A$450
Bendigo VICA$180–A$450
Adelaide SAA$175–A$440
Hobart TASA$175–A$435
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of x-rays (2 views) in Australia?

Nationally A$190–A$475 in 2026. Sydney is the most expensive city we track; Hobart the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover x-rays (2 views)?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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