Physiotherapist Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Physiotherapists in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $82,500 and $135,356. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 81 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 16% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Physiotherapist · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$82,500 – $135,356
Median: $100,000
May $97k
Jun $100k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $85,000 – $130,910
Overall $82k–$135k Mid $85k–$130k $80k $91k $103k $115k $127k $139k
High confidence 81 listings (+3 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%  $82,500 Median  $100,000 $135,356  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Physiotherapists in Sydney sit at $100k, just 5% above the city median and up a modest $2.2k on the month across a healthy 81 listings. The pay is strikingly uniform nationally: Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney all land at exactly $100k, so there is no city premium anywhere for this role. The band ($82.5k to $135k) reflects the split between employed clinic roles and private or senior practice. This is a stable, standardised allied-health rate.

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 Sydney?
The floor is around $82.5k (p10). A new-graduate physiotherapist starts near there, and the lift toward the $135k top comes from a clinical specialisation (sports, musculoskeletal, neuro), private-practice caseload with performance incentives, and building a referral base rather than staying in a salaried public role.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes, modestly. At $100k the median is 5% above Sydney's all-roles median and nets about $75k, so a physiotherapist earns slightly better than a typical Sydney wage. For allied health that is a solid, dependable outcome. The flat national pay means there is no financial reason to relocate; earnings grow through specialisation and private practice instead.
How much does a Senior Physiotherapist make in Sydney?
The band reaches $135k (p90), where senior and specialised physiotherapists sit, often in private practice or advanced clinical roles. The step up comes from postgraduate specialisation, moving into private practice with a strong caseload, or taking on clinic leadership and mentoring rather than adding years in a general role.

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Physiotherapist salaries in other cities

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

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