Occupational Therapist Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 01/06/2026

Occupational Therapists in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $125,000. That sits 10% above Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 116 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 4% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +24 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$85,000 – $125,000

Median: $100,000

Apr $100k

May $100k

→ Stable

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Entry level	$79,056 – $88,220
Mid level	$90,417 – $135,500

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.

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Bottom 10% $85,000 Median $100,000 $125,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Occupational Therapists in Sydney earned $100,000 at the median in May, unchanged from April, with 116 listings (up 24). Sydney has the highest OT listing volume of any city this month, and the consistent median reinforces strong data confidence. At 10.2% above Sydney's all-roles median, the role earns a real but modest premium. Entry-level OTs at $85,000 reflect new graduates, while the mid-level bulk earns $90,417 to $135,500, capturing the majority of the market.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,443

Monthly (net)

~$6,253

Annual (net)

~$75,033

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Occupational Therapist in Sydney?

Entry-level OTs in Sydney earn around $85,000 based on 14 listings in the entry band. This captures early-career candidates in their first registered clinical roles, typically in hospital outpatient, community health, or disability settings. Reaching the $100,000 mid-level median takes two to four years of solid clinical experience, with private practice and NDIS roles typically paying toward the top of the entry range faster than public health positions.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?

Yes, given Sydney's cost context. At $100,000, a Sydney OT earns 10.2% above the city's all-roles median. Sydney is expensive, and $100,000 is functional but not comfortable in inner Sydney without cost-sharing. The real financial advantage of OT in Sydney is the ability to operate as a private practice provider where effective hourly rates and NDIS billing can push annual earnings above $130,000.

How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Sydney?

Mid-level OTs in Sydney reach $135,500 at the p90. Beyond this, experienced clinicians in corporate OT, workplace rehabilitation, or private practice with high NDIS billing typically earn $140,000-$160,000, though these rates are not always fully captured in listed position salaries. Senior OT leadership roles in health networks typically cap around $130,000 within the public sector.

Other roles in Sydney

Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$100,000	—
Brisbane	$100,192	~same
Canberra	$100,000	~same
Melbourne	$100,000	~same
Newcastle	$100,000	~same

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