Speech Pathologist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Speech Pathologists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $122,454. That sits 11% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 43 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 61th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Speech Pathologist · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$85,000 – $122,454
Median: $100,000
Aug $100k
Sep $100k
→ Stable

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

Entry level $79,865 – $95,225
Mid level $95,000 – $123,841
Overall $85k–$122k Entry $79k–$95k Mid $95k–$123k $77k $87k $97k $107k $117k $127k
Moderate confidence 43 listings (+3 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 43 job listings for this role and city, 97.8% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 65.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 34.8% 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%  $85,000 Median  $100,000 $122,454  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Speech pathology pays $100,000 in Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney alike, with the median unchanged and listings flat at 43. At 65% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure. The reported entry band runs $79,000 to $95,000 with a median of $85,000 on 10 listings, so unlike most allied health pages the graduate tier is measurable here. The mid band median of $102,000 sits slightly above the overall figure.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,443
Monthly (net)
~$6,253
Annual (net)
~$75,033
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Speech Pathologist in Brisbane?
Entry listings run $79,000 to $95,000 with a median of $85,000, based on 10 listings, which gives a rare direct read on graduate pay. The step to mid at $102,000 is worth $17,000. Paediatric caseloads, dysphagia competency and a driver's licence for community work are what move a graduate up.
Is $100,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes, modestly. At $100,000 a speech pathologist earns 11.1% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week and moderate living costs. Five cities pay the identical nominal figure, so Brisbane is among the strongest on take-home. Within Brisbane allied health it sits level with occupational therapy and physiotherapy.
How much does a Senior Speech Pathologist make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $122,000, and the mid band reaches $123,000, so there is no distinct senior tier in this month's data. Clinical specialisation, graduate supervision and NDIS assessment work are what reach it. Private practice ownership sits above this range but is not captured in advertised salaries.

Other roles in Brisbane

Speech Pathologist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $100,000 0%
Adelaide $100,000 ~same
Melbourne $100,000 ~same
Perth $100,000 ~same
Sydney $100,000 ~same

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