Occupational Therapist Salary in Perth (2026)

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Occupational Therapists in Perth earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $124,000. That is broadly in line with Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 73 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 7% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +26 listings vs last month
💰 Occupational Therapist · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $124,000
Median: $100,000
May $100k
Jun $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $84,685 – $117,637
Senior level $100,000 – $126,448
Overall $80k–$124k Mid $84k–$117k Senior $100k–$126k $77k $88k $98k $109k $119k $130k
Moderate confidence 73 listings (+26 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%  $80,000 Median  $100,000 $124,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Occupational therapist pay in Perth lands exactly on the city's all-roles median: $100,000, a rare zero-gap result, and it matches almost every other capital tracked (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane all at $100k). Hiring surged from 47 to 73 listings, the standout demand jump for the role, while pay held flat. The seniority split is narrow, $100k at mid-level to $108,750 for seniors, which tells you the pay ceiling for a clinical OT is modest without moving into leadership.

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 Perth?
New-graduate OTs in Perth start near the $80k band floor, largely set by health-sector award structures. The lift comes from caseload and setting: NDIS, paediatrics, and complex rehabilitation pay more than generalist community work, and private practice can outpace public roles. A defined clinical specialism and a full, complex caseload are the concrete steps toward the mid-band ceiling.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Perth?
Yes. At $100k the role matches Perth's all-roles median exactly and nets about $75,000, and the flood of new listings signals strong, funded demand rather than a soft market. For a degree-qualified clinical role this is solid pay that holds up nationally too, since every capital pays about the same. The one limit is the narrow band: clinical OT pay plateaus without a step into leadership.
How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Perth?
Senior OTs in Perth earn a median of $108,750, with the band reaching about $126,000. Getting there means clinical-lead, team-leader, or private-practice-principal roles, or a defined specialism (paediatrics, hand therapy, complex neuro). The narrow gap to mid-level shows that clinical seniority alone adds little; the real pay jump comes from managing a team or running a caseload of your own clinicians.

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Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

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

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