Physiotherapist Salary in Melbourne (2026)

Last updated 01/06/2026

Physiotherapists in Melbourne earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $84,075 and $137,085. That sits 9% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 56 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 18% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +2 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$84,075 – $137,085

Median: $100,000

Apr $100k

May $100k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$83,890 – $139,308

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% $84,075 Median $100,000 $137,085 Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Physiotherapists in Melbourne earned $100,000 at the median in May, unchanged from April, with 56 listings (up 2). The stability in both median and volume is the signal: Melbourne's physiotherapy market is settled and not experiencing the wage pressure or cooling that some other professional sectors show. At 9.3% above Melbourne's all-roles median, physio earns a real but modest premium. The 53% spread ($83,890-$139,308) reflects the range from community health and outpatient positions to established private practice and specialist hospital roles.

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 Physiotherapist in Melbourne?

Physiotherapists starting in Melbourne earn around $83,890 at the p10. This floor is slightly below Brisbane's ($89,700), reflecting Melbourne's larger graduate cohort and more competitive early-career market. New graduates in public health typically start at $65,000-$72,000 under the Victorian public health enterprise agreement, which the listed market does not fully capture.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Melbourne?

Yes. At $100,000, a Melbourne Physiotherapist earns 9.3% above the city's all-roles median. The premium is modest for a health degree requiring four to five years of training, but Melbourne's larger private practice sector provides income growth opportunities through patient volume, specialisation, and overtime that are not reflected in the base advertised rate.

How much does a Senior Physiotherapist make in Melbourne?

Experienced Physiotherapists in Melbourne reach $139,308 at the p90. Senior roles at this level include private practice owners, specialist musculoskeletal or neurological physiotherapists in major hospital networks, and high-performance physiotherapists with AFL or elite sport contracts. The step from the $100,000 median to the $139,308 ceiling is most effectively reached through private practice specialisation rather than remaining in general community or hospital settings.

Other roles in Melbourne

Physiotherapist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page)	$100,000	—
Adelaide	$100,000	~same
Brisbane	$100,000	~same
Perth	$100,000	~same
Sydney	$97,782	~same

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