Occupational Therapist Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Occupational Therapists in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $125,000. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 136 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 2% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +12 listings vs last month
💰 Occupational Therapist · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$85,000 – $125,000
Median: $100,000
Jun $100k
Jul $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $92,538 – $125,000
Senior level $100,000 – $123,750
Overall $85k–$125k Mid $92k–$125k Senior $100k–$123k $82k $91k $100k $110k $119k $128k
High confidence 136 listings (+12 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 136 job listings for this role and city, 97.8% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 54.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 46.0% 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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Understanding the Sydney Market

At 136 listings this is the largest occupational therapy sample in this report, sitting in the 98th percentile for demand with the median fixed at $100,000. Sydney matches Brisbane, Melbourne and Newcastle exactly, with Wollongong at $110,000 and Adelaide at $102,000 both paying more. Listings rose from 124 to 136. At 54% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure.

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 Sydney?
New graduates start at $85,000, with NDIS and health providers competing for a limited pool. Mid-level listings run $92,000 to $125,000 with a median of $100,000 across 103 listings. Paediatric and complex neuro caseloads, plus a driver's licence for community work, are what move graduates up fastest.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Modestly. At $100,000 an occupational therapist earns 5.3% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Four cities pay the identical nominal figure, so Sydney is the weakest on take-home. Wollongong at $110,000 is a 90 minute drive and pays $10,000 more.
How much does a Senior Occupational Therapist make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $100,000 to $123,000 with a median of $115,000, from 16 listings. Clinical specialisation, graduate supervision and NDIS assessment work are what reach it. The $15,000 step from mid to senior median is modest for a clinical progression.

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Occupational Therapist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $100,000 0%
Wollongong $110,000 +10%
Adelaide $102,524 +3%
Brisbane $100,000 ~same
Melbourne $100,000 ~same

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