Case Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Case Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $95,463 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $107,685. That sits 6% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 36 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 55th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +5 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$85,000 – $107,685

Median: $95,463

Jun $95k

Jul $95k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$85,000 – $104,500

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 36 job listings for this role and city, 83.3% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 47.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 52.8% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10% $85,000 Median $95,463 $107,685 Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Case management pays $95,000 in Melbourne and Sydney alike, with the median unchanged across the month and listings rising from 31 to 36. The 24% spread running $85,000 to $107,000 is narrow, which is what funded community and health services produce when rates are set by contract rather than negotiation. At 6.1% above the city median this is one of the few community sector roles that clears the local benchmark. At 47% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $95,463)

Weekly (net)

~$1,386

Monthly (net)

~$6,005

Annual (net)

~$72,061

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $106,441

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 Case Manager in Melbourne?

The $85,000 floor assumes a relevant degree in social work, psychology or allied health, so this is not an entry-level role. Caseload complexity is what separates the bands, with child protection, forensic and complex mental health at the top. A driver's licence and current working with children check are baseline requirements.

Is $95,463 a good salary in Melbourne?

Yes, modestly. At $95,000 a case manager earns 6.1% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,386 a week against high living costs. It matches Sydney exactly, where costs are higher still. Within the community sector it pays well above disability support at $80,000.

How much does a Senior Case Manager make in Melbourne?

The ceiling is $107,000 and the mid band already reaches $104,000, so there is little headroom inside the title. Team leadership, practice supervision or program coordination are what reach it. Moving into service management or clinical roles is where the range continues meaningfully.

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Case Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page)	$95,463	0%
Sydney	$95,000	~same

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