Psychologist Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Psychologists in Sydney earn a median salary of $117,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $99,582 and $154,000. That sits 24% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 37 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 60th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +10 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$99,582 – $154,000

Median: $117,500

Aug $115k

Sep $117k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$99,268 – $145,500

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 37 job listings for this role and city, 94.6% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 59.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 40.5% 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% $99,582 Median $117,500 $154,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median rose $2,500 to $117,000 with listings up 37% from 27 to 37. Brisbane now leads at $125,000, with Sydney second and both Melbourne and Adelaide at $116,000. At 46% the spread is far narrower than the extreme ranges this role showed in earlier months, running $99,000 to $154,000, which makes the figure more usable. At 60% salary disclosure it is well evidenced.

Take Home Pay (based on median $117,500)

Weekly (net)

~$1,663

Monthly (net)

~$7,208

Annual (net)

~$86,496

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $131,012

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 Sydney?

The $99,000 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 $117,500 a good salary in Sydney?

Yes. At $117,000 a psychologist earns 23.7% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,663 a week against high living costs. Brisbane pays $8,000 more at a much lower cost base. Within Sydney health it sits above the $100,000 allied health cluster and above nursing at $98,000.

How much does a Senior Psychologist make in Sydney?

The ceiling is $154,000, and the mid band reaches $145,000, so the upper end is a modest extension rather than a distinct tier. Clinical endorsement, supervision of provisional psychologists and specialisation in forensic or neuropsychology are what reach it. Private practice sits above this range but is not captured in advertised salaries.

Other roles in Sydney

Psychologist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$117,500	0%
Brisbane	$125,000	+6%
Melbourne	$116,796	~same
Adelaide	$116,212	~same

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