Disability Support Worker Salary in Perth (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Disability Support Workers in Perth earn a median salary of $72,040 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $83,091. That sits 28% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 20 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 6th percentile in Perth

ADVERTISED RANGE

$60,000 – $83,091

Median: $72,040

Mid level

$60,000 – $83,091

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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Bottom 10% $60,000 Median $72,040 $83,091 Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Perth is the cheapest market in the country for disability support workers at $72,040: Brisbane pays $83,071, and Melbourne, Adelaide, Newcastle and the Gold Coast all sit at $80k. That $8k-to-$11k gap is striking for an NDIS-funded role where rates are meant to be nationally consistent. With only 20 listings and no prior-month data, treat this as a small, directional read.

Take Home Pay (based on median $72,040)

Weekly (net)

~$1,091

Monthly (net)

~$4,727

Annual (net)

~$56,719

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $80,324

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 Perth?

This is largely an entry-accessible role, so pay starts at the $60k p10 and reaches the $72,040 median with experience. A Certificate III in Individual Support, a driver's licence, and willingness to do complex or high-needs care are what push pay toward the $83k top of the band. Overnight and specialised-care shifts pay above standard day support.

Is $72,040 a good salary in Perth?

Depends on the comparison. Against Perth's $100k all-roles median the $72,040 looks low (28% under), but that median is inflated by mining, so it is misleading. The real concern is that Perth pays $8k to $11k less than eastern cities for the identical NDIS role, which is a genuine gap rather than a cost-of-living quirk. Take-home lands around $57k.

How much does a Senior Disability Support Worker make in Perth?

There is no senior band recorded here, so pay tops near the $83,091 p90 for complex-care and overnight work. Progression means moving into team coordination or a house-management role, or upskilling toward Registered Nurse ($100k median) or Enrolled Nurse work through further qualification.

Other roles in Perth

Disability Support Worker salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Perth
Perth (this page)	$72,040	—
Brisbane	$83,071	+15%
Adelaide	$80,000	+11%
Gold Coast	$80,000	+11%
Melbourne	$80,000	+11%

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