Radiographer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Radiographers in Sydney earn a median salary of $108,680 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $125,000. That sits 14% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 13th percentile in Sydney
💰 Radiographer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $125,000
Median: $108,680
May $115k
Jun $108k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $80,000 – $125,000
Overall $80k–$125k Mid $80k–$125k $77k $87k $98k $108k $118k $128k
⚠ 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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Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney radiographer pay fell this month, from $115,000 to $108,680, even though the role still sits 14% above the city's $95k all-roles median. Brisbane actually pays more ($115,000). The band runs $80,000 to $125,000, reflecting the gap between general and specialised imaging. With 21 listings and low demand (13% of tracked roles), treat these figures as directional given the small sample.

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 Radiographer in Sydney?
New-graduate radiographers in Sydney start near the $80k band floor, largely set by health-sector award structures. The lift comes from modality: CT, MRI, and interventional or angiography experience pay well above general X-ray work. Cross-training onto advanced modalities and picking up on-call and after-hours work are the concrete steps toward the $125k top of the band.
Is $108,680 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $108,680 the role earns 14% above Sydney's all-roles median and nets about $80,700, strong take-home even for an expensive city. For a degree-qualified imaging role this is good pay, though the recent dip is worth noting rather than alarming. Shift penalties and on-call loadings often lift real earnings above the base figure in this field.
How much does a Senior Radiographer make in Sydney?
The band reaches $125k, and getting there means advanced-modality expertise (MRI, CT, interventional) or a senior and chief-radiographer role managing a department. Cross-modality competence, on-call responsibility, and leading a team or a modality are what lift pay toward the top. The step beyond is a modality-lead or imaging-department-management position.

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Radiographer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $108,680 —
Brisbane $115,000 +6%
Melbourne $100,000 -8%

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