Speech Pathologist Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Speech Pathologists in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $89,600 and $125,000. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 90 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 9% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +24 listings vs last month
💰 Speech Pathologist · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$89,600 – $125,000
Median: $100,000
Aug $100k
Sep $100k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $92,750 – $125,000
Senior level $100,000 – $122,184
Overall $89k–$125k Mid $92k–$125k Senior $100k–$122k $86k $95k $103k $112k $120k $128k
High confidence 90 listings (+24 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 90 job listings for this role and city, 96.8% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 63.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 36.6% 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%  $89,600 Median  $100,000 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Speech pathology pays $100,000 in Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth alike, with the median unchanged and listings up 36% from 66 to 90. At 63% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure. The senior band runs $100,000 to $122,000 on 12 listings with a median of $105,000, only $5,000 above mid, so seniority adds little. Within Sydney allied health it sits level with occupational therapy and physiotherapy.

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 Sydney?
Graduates start at $89,000, the highest speech pathology floor in this report, with NDIS and education providers competing directly for a limited pool. Mid-level listings run $92,000 to $125,000 with a median of $100,000 across 62 listings. 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 Sydney?
Marginally. At $100,000 a speech pathologist earns 5.3% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Five cities pay the identical figure, so Sydney is the weakest on take-home. The high $89,000 entry floor is the standout feature of this market.
How much does a Senior Speech Pathologist make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $100,000 to $122,000 with a median of $105,000, from 12 listings, only $5,000 above mid. The real difference sits at the $125,000 ceiling rather than in the middle. Clinical specialisation, graduate supervision and NDIS assessment work are what reach it.

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Speech Pathologist salaries in other cities

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

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