Podiatrist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Podiatrists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $108,680 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $94,828 and $120,000. That sits 28% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 15th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Podiatrist · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$94,828 – $120,000
Median: $108,680
Mid level $94,828 – $120,500
Overall $94k–$120k Mid $94k–$120k $91k $98k $104k $111k $117k $124k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings · 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $94,828 Median  $108,680 $120,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane podiatrists earn $108,680, sitting 28% above the city's $85k all-roles median, one of the stronger local premiums for an allied-health role in the batch. The band is notably tight ($94,828 to $120,000), so pay is consistent across the field. Melbourne pays fractionally less ($107,500). With 21 listings and low demand (15% of tracked roles), treat these figures as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $108,680)

Weekly (net)
~$1,552
Monthly (net)
~$6,727
Annual (net)
~$80,718
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $121,178

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 Podiatrist in Brisbane?
New-graduate podiatrists in Brisbane start near the $94,828 band floor, which is a high floor for an allied-health role. The lift comes from setting and specialism: private practice, high-risk foot and diabetic care, and biomechanics or sports podiatry pay more than general community clinics. Building a patient base and a defined clinical focus are the concrete steps toward the $120,000 top.
Is $108,680 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $108,680 the role earns 28% above Brisbane's all-roles median and nets about $80,700, strong take-home for the city, helped by Brisbane's lower housing costs. For a degree-qualified allied-health role this is genuinely good pay with a high floor. The one caveat is the tight band, so the way to earn beyond it is practice ownership rather than clinical seniority alone.
How much does a Senior Podiatrist make in Brisbane?
The band caps near $120,000, and getting there means a senior clinical role, a specialism (diabetic and high-risk care, sports podiatry, surgery), or private-practice ownership. Billable throughput and a specialised patient base are what lift pay toward the top. Beyond the band, practice ownership is where podiatry earnings stop being capped by an employer salary.

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Podiatrist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $108,680 —
Melbourne $107,500 ~same

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