Mental Health Clinician Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Mental Health Clinicians in Melbourne earn a median salary of $112,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $130,366. That sits 25% 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 ↓ -1 listings vs last month
💰 Mental Health Clinician · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $130,366
Median: $112,500
Jun $112k
Jul $112k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $100,000 – $116,416
Senior level $109,818 – $133,500
Overall $100k–$130k Mid $100k–$116k Senior $109k–$133k $97k $105k $113k $121k $129k $137k
Moderate confidence 36 listings (-1 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 36 job listings for this role and city, 86.5% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 37.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 62.2% 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%  $100,000 Median  $112,500 $130,366  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Mental health clinicians earn $112,000 in Melbourne, behind Brisbane at $123,000, with the median effectively unchanged and listings flat at 36. The senior band runs $109,000 to $133,000 on 18 listings against a mid band of $100,000 to $116,000 on 18, an even split that makes the tiering unusually legible. The 27% spread is narrow, which is what publicly funded and NDIS-linked services produce. At 38% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $112,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,600
Monthly (net)
~$6,935
Annual (net)
~$83,220
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $125,437

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 Mental Health Clinician in Melbourne?
The $100,000 floor assumes registration as a psychologist, social worker, occupational therapist or mental health nurse, so this is not an entry role. Mid-level listings run $100,000 to $116,000 with a median of $101,000. Complex case management, risk assessment and experience across acute and community settings are what move clinicians up.
Is $112,500 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $112,000 a mental health clinician earns 25% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,600 a week against high living costs. Brisbane pays $11,000 more at a lower cost base, which is a meaningful gap. Within Melbourne health it sits above nursing at $100,000 and below psychology roles.
How much does a Senior Mental Health Clinician make in Melbourne?
Senior listings run $109,000 to $133,000 with a median of $125,000, from 18 listings, an even split with the mid band that gives this range decent support. Clinical supervision, program leadership and specialisation in forensic or acute settings are what reach it. Service management is the usual step beyond.

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Mental Health Clinician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $112,500 0%
Brisbane $123,454 +10%

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