Disability Support Worker Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Disability Support Workers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $71,878 and $105,538. That sits 9% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. 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 ↓ -1 listings vs last month
💰 Disability Support Worker · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$71,878 – $105,538
Median: $80,000
Jun $83k
Jul $80k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $71,724 – $106,121
Overall $71k–$105k Mid $71k–$106k $69k $77k $85k $93k $101k $109k
High confidence 113 listings (-1 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 113 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 56.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 43.1% 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%  $71,878 Median  $80,000 $105,538  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

The median fell $3,100 to $80,000 while listing volume held almost exactly flat at 113 against 114, which points to award-linked rates rather than a market correction. Brisbane now matches Adelaide and Melbourne at $80,000, with Newcastle the only market paying more at $85,000. At 57% salary disclosure and 113 listings, this is one of the most reliable figures in the Brisbane data. The 42% spread reflects the gap between standard support work and complex behaviour or high-intensity roles reaching $105,000.

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 Disability Support Worker in Brisbane?
Entry is $71,000, which is 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 $80,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
It is slightly below average and that is the norm for the sector. At $80,000 the role sits 8.6% under Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $1,191 a week. Newcastle pays $5,000 more, which is the only meaningful geographic difference available. The ceiling matters more than the median here, since $105,000 is high for direct support work.
How much does a Senior Disability Support Worker make in Brisbane?
The top of the range is $105,000, 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) $80,000 0%
Newcastle $85,000 +6%
Adelaide $80,028 ~same
Melbourne $80,000 ~same
Sydney $79,860 ~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.