Personal Care Worker Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Personal Care Workers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $72,762 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $64,220 and $80,000. That sits 19% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 14th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Personal Care Worker · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$64,220 – $80,000
Median: $72,762
Mid level $64,220 – $80,000
Overall $64k–$80k Mid $64k–$80k $62k $66k $70k $74k $78k $82k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings · 01/06/2026

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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Bottom 10%  $64,220 Median  $72,762 $80,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Personal Care Workers in Brisbane earned $72,762 at the median in May, 19.2% below the city's all-roles median. Prior month data is unavailable. The sample is small at 21 listings. The tight 22% spread ($64,220-$80,000) signals consistent pay across Brisbane's aged care and disability support providers, reflecting award-linked pricing structures that limit employer variation. The sector continues to hire at volume as Queensland's population ages and NDIS participant numbers grow.

Take Home Pay (based on median $72,762)

Weekly (net)
~$1,100
Monthly (net)
~$4,766
Annual (net)
~$57,192
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $81,129

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 Personal Care Worker in Brisbane?
Personal Care Workers in Brisbane start at around $64,220 at the p10, consistent with the SCHADS Award and aged care award rates for full-time residential care roles. A Certificate III in Individual Support is the standard entry qualification. Most casual or part-time arrangements start slightly below this floor, with the advertised figures reflecting full-time equivalent rates.
Is $72,762 a good salary in Brisbane?
No. At $72,762, a Brisbane Personal Care Worker earns 19.2% below the city's all-roles median. The sector's wage challenge is structural: pay is linked to government funding rates rather than market demand. Brisbane's moderate living costs partially offset this, but the role requires evening, overnight, and weekend work that is not always fully reflected in advertised base rates.
How much does a Senior Personal Care Worker make in Brisbane?
Experienced Personal Care Workers in Brisbane reach $80,000 at the p90. This ceiling reflects workers in supervisory or senior support positions, those with advanced medication management or dementia care training, or roles in private hospitals or well-resourced disability support organisations. The step into a Care Coordinator role typically moves pay to $85-$95k.

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Personal Care Worker salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $72,762 —
Adelaide $72,574 ~same
Melbourne $70,000 -4%

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