Podiatrist Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Podiatrists in Melbourne earn a median salary of $107,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $88,149 and $150,000. That sits 13% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 25 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 30th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +4 listings vs last month
💰 Podiatrist · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$88,149 – $150,000
Median: $107,500
May $110k
Jun $107k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $88,149 – $150,000
Overall $88k–$150k Mid $88k–$150k $85k $99k $113k $126k $140k $154k
⚠ Low confidence 25 listings (+4 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $88,149 Median  $107,500 $150,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Based on 25 Melbourne listings, treat this as directional. Podiatrists here median $107.5k, a 13.2% premium over the city's all-roles median and higher than most allied-health roles in this batch, though Brisbane edges it slightly ($108.7k). The wide range ($88.1k to $150k) is the standout, reflecting the gap between clinic employees and podiatrists who own or buy into a practice. Demand is modest (30th percentile) and the median slipped $2.5k over the month. Private-practice ownership is what pushes this role toward the $150k ceiling.

Take Home Pay (based on median $107,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,537
Monthly (net)
~$6,662
Annual (net)
~$79,946
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $119,862

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 Melbourne?
The band starts around $88k, already six figures, because podiatry requires a degree and AHPRA registration. What lifts a newer podiatrist toward the $150k top is the practice model and specialisation: private clinics over public, high-needs or surgical podiatry, and building a loyal, full caseload. Practice ownership or a percentage-of-billings arrangement moves pay up fastest.
Is $107,500 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $107.5k the median runs 13.2% above Melbourne's $95k all-roles figure and nets about $80k after tax, one of the stronger allied-health positions in the batch. Podiatrists earn a premium because much of the work is private-billing rather than salaried. The wide range means the real upside sits with practice ownership, so the top of the band is earned by running a book, not just seeing patients.
How much does a Senior Podiatrist make in Melbourne?
The range reaches $150k, earned almost entirely through practice ownership or a billings-based arrangement rather than seniority alone. The step up is commercial: buying into or opening a clinic, building a referral base, and specialising in surgical or high-complexity podiatry. Owning the practice economics, not just the clinical work, is what carries a podiatrist toward the top of the range.

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Podiatrist salaries in other cities

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

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