Podiatrists in Melbourne earn a median salary of $110,000 in 2026,
with most advertised roles falling between $90,000 and $177,840.
That sits 20% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520.
Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.
◆ Specialist roleLower listing volume — 12th percentile in Melbourne
💰 Podiatrist · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$90,000 – $177,840
Median: $110,000
Mid level
$90,000 – $177,840
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% $90,000Median $110,000$177,840 Top 10%
Understanding the Melbourne Market
Podiatrists in Melbourne earned $110,000 at the median in May, with 21 listings and no prior month comparison available. At 20.2% above Melbourne's all-roles median, the role earns a genuine professional premium. The very wide 79.9% spread (p10 of $90,000, p90 of $177,840) is the defining characteristic: it reflects the gap between salaried community health or aged care podiatrists at the lower end and high-billing private practice clinicians or wound care specialists at the upper end. The small sample warrants treating the figure as directional.
Take Home Pay (based on median $110,000)
Weekly (net)
~$1,569
Monthly (net)
~$6,799
Annual (net)
~$81,583
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%)$122,650
Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency.
Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good starting salary for a junior Podiatrist in Melbourne?
Podiatrists starting in Melbourne earn around $90,000 at the p10. Most entry roles require full AHPRA registration and at least one year of post-graduate clinical experience. Private practice and NDIS-funded podiatry typically pays at the higher end of the entry range compared to public health positions. Reaching $110,000 typically takes three to five years with a focused private practice caseload.
Is $110,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $110,000, a Melbourne Podiatrist earns 20.2% above the city's all-roles median. The premium reflects registration requirements, diagnostic scope, and the ability to prescribe within the podiatric scope of practice. Melbourne's high cost of living means this is comfortable rather than exceptional, but the wide ceiling at $177,840 signals strong income potential for those who build specialist practices.
How much does a Senior Podiatrist make in Melbourne?
Senior Podiatrists in Melbourne reach $177,840 at the p90. This ceiling is associated with wound care and diabetic limb management specialists, high-volume private practice principals, or podiatrists with advanced surgical qualifications. The distance from the $110,000 median to the $177,840 ceiling is large and reflects genuine specialisation and private practice business development outcomes rather than seniority alone.
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