Occupational Therapist Salary in Newcastle (2026)

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Occupational Therapists in Newcastle earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,094 and $116,590. That sits 25% above Newcastle's all-roles median of $79,824. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised in Newcastle in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 20% of roles by listing volume in Newcastle ↑ +9 listings vs last month
💰 Occupational Therapist · Newcastle
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,094 – $116,590
Median: $100,000
Aug $102k
Sep $100k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $85,000 – $110,000
Overall $80k–$116k Mid $85k–$110k $77k $86k $94k $103k $111k $120k
Moderate confidence 30 listings (+9 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 30 job listings for this role and city, 96.7% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 43.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.7% 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%  $80,094 Median  $100,000 $116,590  Top 10%

Understanding the Newcastle Market

The median fell $2,500 to $100,000 with listings up from 21 to 30, bringing Newcastle into line with Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Only Wollongong pays more at $102,000. Against a Newcastle all-roles median of $79,000, occupational therapy clears the local benchmark by 25.3%, a wider margin than in any capital. At 43% salary disclosure the figure is moderately 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 Newcastle?
New graduates start at $80,000, and the mid band runs $85,000 to $110,000 with a median of $100,000 across 21 listings. Paediatric and complex neuro caseloads, plus a driver's licence for community work, are what move graduates up fastest. NDIS providers make up most of the listings in this market.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Newcastle?
Yes, and the regional comparison is what makes it strong. At $100,000 an occupational therapist earns 25.3% above Newcastle's all-roles median of $79,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week and low living costs. It matches the six-city national cluster nominally while costing far less to live in than Sydney or Melbourne. On take-home this is one of the strongest allied health markets in the country.
How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Newcastle?
The ceiling is $116,000, lower than most capitals, reflecting a regional market with fewer senior clinical posts. Clinical specialisation, graduate supervision and NDIS assessment work are what reach it. Moving to Sydney opens higher bands, though the cost difference erases much of the gain.

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Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

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

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