Sonographer Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Sonographers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $122,000 and $185,000. That sits 78% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 39 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 60th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Sonographer · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$122,000 – $185,000
Median: $160,000
Jun $151k
Jul $160k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $122,000 – $185,000
Overall $122k–$185k Mid $122k–$185k $118k $132k $147k $161k $176k $190k
Moderate confidence 39 listings (+5 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 39 job listings for this role and city, 97.7% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 23.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 76.7% 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. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10%  $122,000 Median  $160,000 $185,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Sonographers earn $160,000 in Melbourne, up $8,430 this month and matching Sydney exactly. That makes this the highest-paying clinical role in the Melbourne data, well above registered nursing at $100,000 and every allied health discipline. Listings rose from 34 to 39. Only 23% of listings stated a salary, so treat the level as directional despite the consistency with Sydney.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,164
Monthly (net)
~$9,378
Annual (net)
~$112,533
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

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 Sonographer in Melbourne?
The $122,000 floor assumes a postgraduate qualification in medical sonography plus ASAR accreditation, so this is not an entry role. The training pathway itself is the barrier and the reason pay sits this high. Obstetric, cardiac and vascular specialisations are what separate the bands.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes, more than any other clinical role here. At $160,000 a sonographer earns 77.8% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $2,164 a week. It pays $60,000 more than registered nursing and every allied health discipline in the same city. The qualification pipeline is narrow, which is precisely why the premium exists.
How much does a Senior Sonographer make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $185,000, reached through specialisation, senior clinical roles or practice leadership in private radiology. There is no separate senior band in this month's data. Given the low disclosure rate, treat the upper end as indicative rather than a firm target.

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Sonographer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $160,000 0%
Sydney $160,000 ~same

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