Mental Health Clinician Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Mental Health Clinicians in Melbourne earn a median salary of $123,201 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $125,000. That sits 31% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 48th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Mental Health Clinician · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $125,000
Median: $123,201
Aug $105k
Sep $123k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $100,000 – $125,000
Senior level $100,000 – $125,000
Overall $100k–$125k Mid $100k–$125k Senior $100k–$125k $97k $103k $109k $116k $122k $128k
Moderate confidence 30 listings (+3 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 30 job listings for this role and city, 93.8% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 25.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 75.0% 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  $123,201 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

The median jumped $18,201 to $123,000, a 17% rise and one of the sharpest moves in the Melbourne data, with listings up from 27 to 30. Brisbane is the only other market with enough listings to compare and it sits at $107,000. At 20% the spread is tight, running $100,000 to $125,000, and the senior band median of $123,000 is identical to the overall figure. With 30 listings and 25% salary disclosure, treat a move this size as directional rather than settled.

Take Home Pay (based on median $123,201)

Weekly (net)
~$1,732
Monthly (net)
~$7,507
Annual (net)
~$90,085
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $137,369

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 $125,000 with a median of $120,000. Complex case management, risk assessment and experience across acute and community settings are what move clinicians up.
Is $123,201 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $123,000 a mental health clinician earns 31.3% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,732 a week against high living costs. It now pays $16,000 more than the same role in Brisbane, reversing the position from earlier in the year. Within Melbourne health it sits above nursing at $100,000 and podiatry at $113,000.
How much does a Senior Mental Health Clinician make in Melbourne?
The senior median is $123,000, identical to the overall figure, and the ceiling is $125,000, so this band is extremely compressed at the top. 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) $123,201 0%
Brisbane $107,474 -13%

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