Care Partner Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Care Partners in Sydney earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $100,000. That sits 10% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 20 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 5th percentile in Sydney
💰 Care Partner · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,000 – $100,000
Median: $85,000
Mid level $70,000 – $100,000
Overall $70k–$100k Mid $70k–$100k $67k $74k $81k $88k $95k $103k
⚠ Low confidence 20 listings · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Sydney Market

Care partner is a low-demand role in Sydney (just 20 listings, bottom of the city's tracked roles) with an $85k median that sits 11% under the city figure. The $70k to $100k range is typical for community and aged-care support work. Based on a small sample, treat as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $85,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,254
Monthly (net)
~$5,434
Annual (net)
~$65,208
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $94,775

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Care Partner in Sydney?
A care partner starting in Sydney earns from around $70k. A relevant qualification (Certificate IV in ageing or disability), a driver's licence for community visits, and complex-client experience are what move someone toward the $100k top of the band.
Is $85,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Depends. At $85k the median trails Sydney's $95k all-roles median by 11% and nets roughly $65k after tax, which is stretched in a high cost of living city. That gap is normal for care and support work, which is award-anchored rather than underpaid, but it is not a role that keeps pace with Sydney housing.
How much does a Senior Care Partner make in Sydney?
There is no senior band in this thin sample, though the $100k top decile shows the ceiling. Progression means moving into care coordination or team leadership, where rostering and case oversight rather than direct care hours lift the pay.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.