Exercise Physiologist Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Exercise Physiologists in Sydney earn a median salary of $82,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $76,000 and $112,632. That sits 17% below Sydney's all-roles median of $99,400. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

💰 Exercise Physiologist · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$76,000 – $112,632
Median: $82,500
Mid level $76,000 – $112,632
Overall $76k–$112k Mid $76k–$112k $73k $82k $90k $99k $107k $116k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings · 20/05/2026

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.

Understanding the Sydney Market

Exercise Physiologist in Sydney is a small sample, 21 listings with no previous month comparison. The median of $82,500 sits 17% below Sydney's all-roles median, which underweights the role's professional standing given the 4-year degree and ESSA accreditation requirements. The $76k to $112.6k spread (44.4%) captures the range from public-sector or funded NDIS roles at the floor through to private practice and workplace wellness programs at the ceiling. The role is not broken down separately for other cities in the April data.

Take Home Pay (based on median $82,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,223
Monthly (net)
~$5,298
Annual (net)
~$63,570

Calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, assuming no HECS debt and full Australian residency. Does not include superannuation, bonuses, or equity. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Exercise Physiologist in Sydney?
Exercise Physiologists in Sydney typically start at $76-80k under the relevant award classification for allied health workers. NDIS-funded EP roles in disability and chronic disease management tend to start at the award floor, while private practice associates and corporate wellness programs can start above $80k. Getting to $85k within the first two years requires building a private client base or moving into a musculoskeletal rehabilitation or occupational health role.
Is $82,500 a good salary in Sydney?
Below average for Sydney. $82,500 sits 17% below Sydney's all-roles median and take-home of roughly $62k annually is tight in the city given the 4-year degree requirement. NDIS pricing models and public health funding set the floor for most roles, limiting market-based wage growth. Private practice ownership or senior workplace health roles ($100k+) are the accessible paths to better compensation.
How much does a Senior Exercise Physiologist make in Sydney?
The ceiling for Exercise Physiologists in Sydney is around $112.6k based on April's p90. Getting there requires a private practice ownership or senior clinical leadership role, workplace rehabilitation case management, high-volume sports medicine, or NDIS plan management, where the EP is managing caseload revenue rather than just providing direct clinical hours.

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