Podiatrist Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Podiatrists in Melbourne earn a median salary of $113,620 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $150,000. That sits 21% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 31 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 51th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Podiatrist · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $150,000
Median: $113,620
Aug $120k
Sep $113k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $100,000 – $153,280
Overall $100k–$150k Mid $100k–$153k $97k $109k $121k $133k $145k $157k
Moderate confidence 31 listings (+5 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 31 job listings for this role and city, 93.5% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 71.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 29.0% 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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Understanding the Melbourne Market

At 71% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced clinical figures in the Melbourne data, showing podiatrists at $113,000 after a $6,380 fall, with listings up from 26 to 31. No other city carries enough listings under this title to compare. What makes the page useful is the internal comparison: occupational therapy, physiotherapy, nursing and pharmacy all sit at $100,000 in Melbourne, so podiatry carries a $13,000 premium over the rest of allied health.

Take Home Pay (based on median $113,620)

Weekly (net)
~$1,615
Monthly (net)
~$6,996
Annual (net)
~$83,954
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $126,686

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 $100,000 floor assumes a podiatry degree and AHPRA registration, and it is the highest allied health floor in the Melbourne data. Private practice and NDIS-funded providers make up most listings. High-risk foot clinics, diabetes services and surgical podiatry are what separate the upper end.
Is $113,620 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $113,000 a podiatrist earns 21.1% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,615 a week against high living costs. It is the best-paid allied health discipline in the city, $13,000 clear of the $100,000 cluster. The strong disclosure rate makes this figure reliable rather than estimated.
How much does a Senior Podiatrist make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $150,000, well above the reported mid band, reached through practice ownership, surgical scope or high-risk clinical roles. Private practice ownership sits above this range but is not captured in advertised salaries. The median did fall this month, so watch the direction.

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