Psychologist Salary in Melbourne (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Psychologists in Melbourne earn a median salary of $116,796 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $103,498 and $279,610. That sits 24% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 48th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +2 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$103,498 – $279,610

Median: $116,796

Aug $114k

Sep $116k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$103,498 – $302,660

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 30 job listings for this role and city, 90.3% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 67.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 32.3% 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.

Where does your salary sit?

Enter your salary to see where you rank.

Bottom 10% $103,498 Median $116,796 $279,610 Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

The 151% spread here is the widest in this report and it does not survive scrutiny: the mid band reaches $302,000, above the overall $279,000 ceiling, which means a handful of extreme listings are stretching the range rather than a genuine senior tier existing. The median rose $2,498 to $116,000, leaving Melbourne behind Brisbane at $125,000 and Sydney at $117,000. Treat $103,000 to $125,000 as the realistic working range and ignore the ceiling. At 68% salary disclosure the median itself is well evidenced.

Take Home Pay (based on median $116,796)

Weekly (net)

~$1,655

Monthly (net)

~$7,170

Annual (net)

~$86,034

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $130,227

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 Psychologist in Melbourne?

The $103,000 floor assumes general registration with AHPRA, so provisional psychologists sit below this range. Area of practice endorsement, particularly clinical, separates the bands more than years of experience. Public health, corrections and NDIS-funded providers make up most of the listings at the lower end.

Is $116,796 a good salary in Melbourne?

Yes. At $116,000 a psychologist earns 24.5% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,655 a week against high living costs. Brisbane pays $9,000 more at a much lower cost base. Within Melbourne health it sits above the $100,000 allied health cluster but below mental health clinicians at $123,000.

How much does a Senior Psychologist make in Melbourne?

The realistic senior range tops out around $125,000 based on the mid band structure rather than the reported $279,000 ceiling. Clinical endorsement, supervision of provisional psychologists and specialisation in forensic or neuropsychology are what reach it. The figures above $150,000 in this data are outliers, most likely locum or private practice arrangements, not a senior target.

Other roles in Melbourne

Psychologist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page)	$116,796	0%
Brisbane	$125,000	+7%
Sydney	$117,500	~same
Adelaide	$116,212	~same

Uncover hidden salary ranges on Seek

Paste any job URL to bypass the "competitive salary" text and see the exact employer budget instantly.

Check a Listing Install Extension