Occupational Therapist Salary in Adelaide (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Occupational Therapists in Adelaide earn a median salary of $102,524 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $89,250 and $121,500. That sits 28% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,028. Figures are based on 58 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 9% of roles by listing volume in Adelaide ↑ +17 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$89,250 – $121,500

Median: $102,524

Jun $95k

Jul $102k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level	$90,000 – $115,000
Senior level	$105,448 – $125,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 58 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 62.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 37.3% 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% $89,250 Median $102,524 $121,500 Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

Occupational therapy pay rose $7,500 in a month to $102,000, and unlike most moves this size it is well evidenced, with 63% of listings stating a salary outright. Adelaide now pays more than Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, all sitting at $100,000, and only Wollongong at $110,000 pays more nationally. Listings grew from 41 to 58, so the increase comes with volume rather than a handful of senior postings distorting the middle. NDIS and aged care funding is the visible driver.

Take Home Pay (based on median $102,524)

Weekly (net)

~$1,475

Monthly (net)

~$6,391

Annual (net)

~$76,687

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $114,314

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 Occupational Therapist in Adelaide?

New graduate roles start at $89,000, and Adelaide's floor is higher than most cities because private providers compete directly with SA Health for a small pool. Mid-level listings run $90,000 to $115,000 with a median of $100,000 across 41 listings. Paediatric and complex neuro caseloads, plus a driver's licence for community work, move a graduate up fastest.

Is $102,524 a good salary in Adelaide?

Yes. At $102,000 an occupational therapist earns 28% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, take-home is roughly $1,475 a week, and living costs are the lowest of the mainland capitals. It also beats the same role in every larger city except Wollongong. Within Adelaide healthcare it sits at the top of the allied health band, above registered nursing at $95,000.

How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Adelaide?

Senior listings run $105,000 to $125,000 with a median of $116,000, from 15 listings. The step up is usually clinical specialisation, supervision of new graduates, or NDIS assessment and report writing where billable rates are higher. Private practice ownership sits above this range but is not captured in advertised salaries.

Other roles in Adelaide

Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page)	$102,524	0%
Wollongong	$110,000	+7%
Brisbane	$100,000	~same
Melbourne	$100,000	~same
Newcastle	$100,000	~same

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