Disability Support Worker Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Disability Support Workers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $81,016 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $73,161 and $103,740. That sits 10% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 113 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 4% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +32 listings vs last month
💰 Disability Support Worker · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$73,161 – $103,740
Median: $81,016
Aug $81k
Sep $81k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $73,137 – $103,366
Overall $73k–$103k Mid $73k–$103k $70k $78k $85k $92k $99k $106k
High confidence 113 listings (+32 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 113 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 60.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 39.8% 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%  $73,161 Median  $81,016 $103,740  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Listings rose 40% from 81 to 113 with the median essentially flat at $81,000, the pattern of NDIS providers expanding headcount at award-linked rates rather than competing on pay. Newcastle leads nationally at $85,000, with the Gold Coast at $82,000 and Brisbane and Adelaide at $81,000. At 60% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced figures in the Brisbane data. Demand sits in the 96th percentile.

Take Home Pay (based on median $81,016)

Weekly (net)
~$1,204
Monthly (net)
~$5,217
Annual (net)
~$62,598
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $90,332

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 Disability Support Worker in Brisbane?
Entry is $73,000, high for a care role because most listings are full-time award positions rather than casual shifts. A Certificate III in Individual Support, a driver's licence and an NDIS worker screening check cover the baseline. Medication endorsement, complex bowel care and behaviour support training are what lift pay within the band.
Is $81,016 a good salary in Brisbane?
Not quite. At $81,000 a disability support worker earns 10% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,204 a week against moderate living costs. Newcastle pays $4,000 more, which is the only meaningful geographic difference available. The $103,000 ceiling matters more than the median here, since that is high for direct support work.
How much does a Senior Disability Support Worker make in Brisbane?
The top of the range is $103,000, reached through team leader, house supervisor or positive behaviour support practitioner roles. NDIS providers fund behaviour support positions separately, which is why that qualification pays. Beyond this, the step is into allied health or nursing, with registered nursing in Brisbane at $100,000.

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Disability Support Worker salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $81,016 0%
Newcastle $85,000 +5%
Gold Coast $82,004 ~same
Adelaide $81,470 ~same
Melbourne $80,000 ~same

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.