Physiotherapist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Physiotherapists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,500 and $129,690. That sits 11% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 65 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 16% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +4 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$85,500 – $129,690

Median: $100,000

Aug $100k

Sep $100k

→ Stable

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

Mid level	$85,000 – $120,492
Senior level	$100,000 – $137,058

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 65 job listings for this role and city, 98.5% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 62.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 37.9% 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% $85,500 Median $100,000 $129,690 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

At 62% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure, showing physiotherapy at $100,000 with the median unchanged and listings up from 61 to 65. Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney all pay exactly the same, so this profession is now priced identically across five capitals. The senior band runs $100,000 to $137,000 on 13 listings with a median of $115,000, a $17,000 step above the mid band. Within Brisbane allied health it sits level with occupational therapy.

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 Physiotherapist in Brisbane?

Graduates start at $85,000, typically in private practice with a structured mentoring program attached. Mid-level listings run $85,000 to $120,000 with a median of $98,000 across 48 listings. Hospital rotations, hydrotherapy and musculoskeletal or sports specialisation are the levers that move a new graduate up the band.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes, modestly. At $100,000 a physiotherapist earns 11.1% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week and moderate living costs. Five cities pay the identical figure, so Brisbane's lower cost base makes it one of the strongest on take-home. The high disclosure rate means this figure is reliable rather than estimated.

How much does a Senior Physiotherapist make in Brisbane?

Senior listings run $100,000 to $137,000 with a median of $115,000, from 13 listings. Clinical specialisation, practice principal roles or areas like pelvic health and neurological rehabilitation are what reach it. Clinical nurse consultants in the same city earn $118,000, which gives a sense of where senior clinical pay sits.

Other roles in Brisbane

Physiotherapist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$100,000	0%
Adelaide	$100,000	~same
Melbourne	$100,000	~same
Perth	$100,000	~same
Sydney	$100,000	~same

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