Support Worker Salary in Perth (2026)

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Support Workers in Perth earn a median salary of $76,570 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $85,380. That sits 23% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 32 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 49th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +11 listings vs last month
💰 Support Worker · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $85,380
Median: $76,570
Apr $73k
May $76k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $55,000 – $85,380
Overall $55k–$85k Mid $55k–$85k $53k $60k $67k $74k $81k $87k
Moderate confidence 32 listings (+11 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.

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Bottom 10%  $55,000 Median  $76,570 $85,380  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Support Workers in Perth earned $76,570 at the median in May, up $3,458 from April, with 32 listings (up 11). Both the median and volume increased: a positive combined signal for the care sector in WA. At 23.4% below Perth's all-roles median, the role earns a significant discount to the city average, driven by the resources sector's inflation of Perth's benchmark. The 40% spread ($55,000-$85,380) reflects the full range from casual NDIS support roles at the floor to permanent complex disability or forensic support positions at the ceiling.

Take Home Pay (based on median $76,570)

Weekly (net)
~$1,148
Monthly (net)
~$4,974
Annual (net)
~$59,686
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $85,375

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 Perth?
Support Workers starting in Perth earn around $55,000 at the p10. Perth's resources sector premium does not extend to disability and aged care work, so entry rates are broadly in line with other cities despite the higher city median. A Certificate III in Individual Support and a National Police Clearance are the standard entry requirements.
Is $76,570 a good salary in Perth?
No, relative to Perth's market. At $76,570, a Perth Support Worker earns 23.4% below the city's all-roles median. The gap is large and reflects the resources sector's dominance of Perth's wage benchmark rather than support workers being unusually poorly paid on a national basis. Perth's moderate cost of living softens the financial impact: $76,570 in Perth is functionally more comfortable than the equivalent salary in Sydney or Melbourne.
How much does a Senior Support Worker make in Perth?
Experienced Support Workers in Perth reach $85,380 at the p90. This ceiling captures those in complex disability residential support, forensic or mental health support roles, or positions with specialised behaviour support training and team leadership responsibilities. Moving into a Support Coordinator, Team Leader, or Service Manager role is the primary income progression pathway.

Other roles in Perth

Support Worker salaries in other cities

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

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