Occupational Therapist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Occupational Therapists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $125,754. That sits 18% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 70 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 15% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -3 listings vs last month
💰 Occupational Therapist · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$85,000 – $125,754
Median: $100,000
May $100k
Jun $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $85,000 – $112,070
Senior level $100,000 – $132,684
Overall $85k–$125k Mid $85k–$112k Senior $100k–$132k $82k $93k $104k $114k $125k $136k
Moderate confidence 70 listings (-3 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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.

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Bottom 10%  $85,000 Median  $100,000 $125,754  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

At $100k the Brisbane OT median runs 17.6% above the city's $85k baseline, and the same $100k holds across five other capitals, so this is a nationally consistent allied-health rate anchored by NDIS funding. Brisbane splits into a $100k mid tier and a $125k senior tier, a $25k step for those who move up. Demand is high at 70 listings and essentially flat month on month. Newcastle actually edges Brisbane slightly at $102.5k.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,443
Monthly (net)
~$6,253
Annual (net)
~$75,033
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Brisbane?
Occupational therapists in Brisbane start near the $85k p10 and reach the $100k mid-level median quickly, since the degree and AHPRA registration clear the entry bar. Paediatric, NDIS or private-practice caseloads with billable-hour targets are what push new grads up toward and past the median.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $100k the median runs 17.6% above Brisbane's baseline and nets around $75k, strong in a moderate cost-of-living city and consistent with what the role pays nationwide. NDIS funding underwrites the rate, so it is stable rather than cyclical.
How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Brisbane?
Senior occupational therapists in Brisbane earn a $125k median, with the band reaching $132.7k. Getting there means a specialist caseload (complex paediatrics, assistive technology, functional assessments) and often a clinical-lead or team-leader role, with private-practice ownership the higher tier beyond that.

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Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $100,000 —
Newcastle $102,500 ~same
Melbourne $100,000 ~same
Perth $100,000 ~same
Sydney $100,000 ~same

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