Support Worker Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Support Workers in Adelaide earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $90,000. That is broadly in line with Adelaide's all-roles median of $78,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 37th percentile by listing volume in Adelaide ↓ -1 listings vs last month
💰 Support Worker · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $90,000
Median: $80,000
Apr $80k
May $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $58,000 – $87,555
Overall $60k–$90k Mid $58k–$87k $56k $63k $70k $78k $85k $92k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings (-1 vs last month) · 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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Understanding the Adelaide Market

Support Workers in Adelaide earned $80,000 at the median in May, unchanged from April, with 21 listings (down 1). At 2.6% above Adelaide's all-roles median, Support Workers in Adelaide earn marginally above the city average, a notable outcome for a care sector role. The 38% spread ($58,000-$87,555) reflects the range from casual part-time workers at the floor to permanent full-time disability support workers with penalty rate loading at the ceiling. The small sample warrants treating the figure as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Support Worker in Adelaide?
Support Workers starting in Adelaide earn around $58,000 at the p10. A Certificate III in Individual Support, disability support, or aged care is the standard entry requirement. Reaching the $80,000 median typically requires full-time permanent employment with penalty rates and ideally a specialist skill such as positive behaviour support, complex care, or SIL (Supported Independent Living) experience.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Adelaide?
Yes, modestly. At $80,000, an Adelaide Support Worker earns 2.6% above the city's all-roles median: one of the few care sector roles in this dataset that exceeds the city benchmark. Adelaide is affordable by national capital city standards, making $80,000 genuinely comfortable. The NDIS funding model and the SCHADS Award together establish the floor and ceiling for most support worker pay.
How much does a Senior Support Worker make in Adelaide?
Experienced Support Workers in Adelaide reach $87,555 at the p90. This ceiling reflects permanent full-time workers in complex disability or SIL settings with active-support training, medication administration endorsement, and significant penalty rate loading. Moving into a Team Leader or Support Coordinator role is the primary pathway to income above $90,000.

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Support Worker salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $80,000 —
Melbourne $79,026 ~same
Brisbane $77,587 -3%
Sydney $76,896 -4%
Perth $76,570 -4%

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