Sonographer Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Sonographers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $151,570 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $115,000 and $177,500. That sits 60% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 34 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 54th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +4 listings vs last month
💰 Sonographer · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$115,000 – $177,500
Median: $151,570
May $144k
Jun $151k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $115,000 – $182,500
Overall $115k–$177k Mid $115k–$182k $111k $126k $142k $157k $172k $187k
Moderate confidence 34 listings (+4 vs last month) · 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.

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Bottom 10%  $115,000 Median  $151,570 $177,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

At $151.6k the Melbourne sonographer median runs 59.5% above the city's $95k baseline, one of the stronger premiums in the batch, and it rose $6.7k month on month. This is a genuine skills-shortage story: accredited sonographers are scarce, so pay is high and climbing. The band is $115k to $177.5k. The premium reflects a qualification bottleneck, not a cyclical spike.

Take Home Pay (based on median $151,570)

Weekly (net)
~$2,065
Monthly (net)
~$8,949
Annual (net)
~$107,391
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $169,000

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?
Sonographers in Melbourne start near the $115k p10, already strong because accreditation (ASAR registration and a postgraduate ultrasound qualification) sets a high floor. Subspecialty scanning (cardiac, vascular, obstetric) and locum or after-hours work are what carry someone toward the $177.5k top of the band.
Is $151,570 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $151.6k the median runs nearly 60% above Melbourne's baseline and nets around $107k, excellent for the city, and it is rising. A national shortage of accredited sonographers underwrites the pay, so this is a durable, high-value position rather than a passing peak.
How much does a Senior Sonographer make in Melbourne?
Experienced sonographers in Melbourne push toward the $177.5k p90. Reaching it means subspecialty accreditation, locum and after-hours flexibility, or a lead-sonographer or department-role, with the scarcity of qualified staff keeping the ceiling high.

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