Occupational Therapist Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Occupational Therapists in Melbourne earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $124,700. That sits 7% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 133 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 2% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +39 listings vs last month
💰 Occupational Therapist · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $124,700
Median: $100,000
Aug $100k
Sep $100k
→ Stable

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

Entry level $78,652 – $97,360
Mid level $88,250 – $124,550
Senior level $99,000 – $125,000
Overall $80k–$124k Entry $78k–$97k Mid $88k–$124k Senior $99k–$125k $76k $86k $97k $107k $118k $128k
High confidence 133 listings (+39 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 133 job listings for this role and city, 93.3% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 50.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.0% 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%  $80,000 Median  $100,000 $124,700  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

At 133 listings this is the largest occupational therapy sample in the country and one of the few roles anywhere with a complete three-tier structure: entry at $80,000 on 13 listings, mid at $100,000 on 104 and senior at $109,000 on 16. Listings rose 41% from 94 with the median unchanged. Melbourne matches Adelaide, Brisbane, Newcastle, Perth and Sydney at $100,000, with only Wollongong higher at $102,000. At 50% salary disclosure the figure is well supported.

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 Melbourne?
Entry listings run $78,000 to $97,000 with a median of $80,000, based on 13 listings, so the graduate band is measurable here. The step to mid at $100,000 is worth $20,000 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 Melbourne?
Marginally. At $100,000 an occupational therapist earns 6.6% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Six cities pay the identical nominal figure, so Melbourne is the weakest of them on take-home. Adelaide pays the same at far lower living costs.
How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Melbourne?
Senior listings run $99,000 to $125,000 with a median of $109,000, from 16 listings, only $9,000 above the mid band. The real difference sits at the $125,000 ceiling rather than in the middle. Clinical specialisation, graduate supervision and NDIS assessment work are what reach it.

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Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

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

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