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 $83,500 and $125,000. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 75 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 14% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -20 listings vs last month
💰 Physiotherapist · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$83,500 – $125,000
Median: $100,000
Aug $100k
Sep $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $82,750 – $125,000
Overall $83k–$125k Mid $82k–$125k $80k $89k $99k $109k $119k $128k
High confidence 75 listings (-20 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 75 job listings for this role and city, 93.7% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 58.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 41.8% 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%  $83,500 Median  $100,000 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median held at $100,000 while listings fell 21% from 95 to 75. Sydney matches Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth exactly, so this profession is now priced identically across five capitals. At 58% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure. Within Sydney allied health it sits level with occupational therapy and speech pathology, all at $100,000, and above nursing at $98,000.

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?
Graduates start at $83,000, typically in private practice with a structured mentoring program attached. Mid-level listings run $82,000 to $125,000 with a median of $100,000 across 72 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 Sydney?
Marginally. At $100,000 a physiotherapist 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. Five cities pay the identical figure, so Sydney is the weakest on take-home. The strong disclosure rate means this figure is reliable rather than estimated.
How much does a Senior Physiotherapist make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $125,000, reached through clinical specialisation, practice principal roles or areas like pelvic health and neurological rehabilitation. There is no separate senior band in this month's data. Psychology in the same city pays $117,000, which is the better-paid adjacent clinical discipline.

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Physiotherapist salaries in other cities

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

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.