Registered Midwife Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Registered Midwifes in Sydney earn a median salary of $98,260 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $95,080 and $110,132. That is broadly in line with Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 43 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 65th percentile by listing volume in Sydney
💰 Registered Midwife · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$95,080 – $110,132
Median: $98,260
Mid level $95,080 – $110,132
Overall $95k–$110k Mid $95k–$110k $92k $96k $100k $104k $109k $113k
Moderate confidence 43 listings · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 43 job listings for this role and city, 56.8% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 63.6% stated a salary directly. The remaining 36.4% 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%  $95,080 Median  $98,260 $110,132  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At 15.3% the spread here is among the tightest in this report, running $95,000 to $110,000, and at 64% salary disclosure it is well evidenced. That combination makes midwifery pay in Sydney unusually predictable. There is no June comparison for this role, and no other city carries enough listings to compare. At $98,000 it matches registered nursing in the same city exactly, so the additional qualification carries no premium in advertised pay.

Take Home Pay (based on median $98,260)

Weekly (net)
~$1,421
Monthly (net)
~$6,158
Annual (net)
~$73,893
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $109,559

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 Registered Midwife in Sydney?
Entry is $95,000, only $3,000 below the median, which is what a 15% spread means in practice. A Bachelor of Midwifery or postgraduate midwifery qualification plus AHPRA registration is the baseline. NSW Health award classifications set most of this range rather than individual negotiation.
Is $98,260 a good salary in Sydney?
Modestly. At $98,000 a registered midwife earns 3.4% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,421 a week against the highest living costs in this report. The notable finding is that it pays exactly the same as general registered nursing, so specialising into midwifery does not lift advertised pay. The strong disclosure rate makes this reliable.
How much does a Senior Registered Midwife make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $110,000, the lowest clinical ceiling among Sydney health roles in this report. Midwifery unit management and clinical midwifery consultant roles are what reach it. Progression here runs through NSW Health classification levels rather than negotiation.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.