Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in NZD · Recall feed checked daily
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X-rays cost across New Zealand

Radiographs, usually of the skull for dental disease or the abdomen for gut and bladder problems. Sedation is common.

NZ$145–NZ$370national typical range (NZD)
Aucklandmost expensive city
Invercargillleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

AucklandNZ$285
WellingtonNZ$275
ChristchurchNZ$260
TaurangaNZ$255
HamiltonNZ$250
NelsonNZ$250
WhangareiNZ$245
DunedinNZ$245
NapierNZ$245
Palmerston NorthNZ$240
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Skull x-rays show tooth roots that a visual exam cannot reach.
  • Ask for a copy of the images before any referral.
Insurance check

Insured small pets in Whangarei would get roughly NZ$220 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about NZ$35–NZ$75/month for a young small pet.

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Full table

All 12 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Auckland AUKNZ$160–NZ$415
Wellington WGNNZ$155–NZ$400
Christchurch CANNZ$145–NZ$375
Tauranga BOPNZ$145–NZ$370
Hamilton WKONZ$140–NZ$360
Nelson NSNNZ$140–NZ$360
Whangarei NTLNZ$140–NZ$355
Dunedin OTANZ$135–NZ$350
Napier HKBNZ$135–NZ$350
Palmerston North MWTNZ$135–NZ$345
Rotorua BOPNZ$130–NZ$340
Invercargill STLNZ$130–NZ$330
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of x-rays in New Zealand?

Nationally NZ$145–NZ$370 in 2026. Auckland is the most expensive city we track; Invercargill 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?

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

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