Occupational Therapist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Occupational Therapists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $123,832. That sits 11% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 79 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 12% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +8 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$85,000 – $123,832

Median: $100,000

Aug $100k

Sep $100k

→ Stable

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

Entry level	$78,787 – $99,992
Mid level	$93,500 – $120,000
Senior level	$100,000 – $132,810

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 79 job listings for this role and city, 93.9% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 63.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 36.6% 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% $85,000 Median $100,000 $123,832 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

At 63% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced clinical figures in the report, and it is one of the few roles anywhere in this data with a complete three-tier structure: entry at $85,000 on 12 listings, mid at $100,000 on 51 and senior at $103,000 on 16. That senior median sitting only $3,000 above mid is the finding, because it means seniority here is worth almost nothing. Brisbane matches Adelaide, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth and Sydney at $100,000, with only Wollongong higher at $102,000.

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?

Entry listings run $78,000 to $99,000 with a median of $85,000, based on 12 listings, so the graduate band is measurable here rather than inferred. The step to mid level at $100,000 is substantial and comes with caseload independence. Paediatric and complex neuro work, plus a driver's licence for community visits, move a graduate up fastest.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes, modestly. At $100,000 an occupational therapist earns 11.1% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week and moderate living costs. Six cities pay the identical nominal figure, so Brisbane is among the strongest on take-home. The strong disclosure rate means you can rely on this figure without caveat.

How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Brisbane?

Senior listings run $100,000 to $132,000 with a median of $103,000, from 16 listings, only $3,000 above the mid band. The real difference sits at the $132,000 ceiling rather than in the middle. Clinical specialisation, graduate supervision and NDIS assessment work are what reach it.

Other roles in Brisbane

Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$100,000	0%
Wollongong	$102,500	~same
Adelaide	$100,000	~same
Melbourne	$100,000	~same
Newcastle	$100,000	~same

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