Support Worker Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Support Workers in Sydney earn a median salary of $74,100 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $61,000 and $89,061. That sits 22% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 75 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 17% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +10 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$61,000 – $89,061

Median: $74,100

May $76k

Jun $74k

↓ Trending down

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

Mid level

$60,500 – $89,108

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% $61,000 Median $74,100 $89,061 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney is the lowest-paying capital for support workers at $74,100: Melbourne ($79,520), Perth ($78,052) and Brisbane ($77,064) all pay more, an unusual reversal since Sydney usually leads. Pay slipped $2,796 this month even as listings grew from 65 to 75. The role sits 22% below Sydney's all-roles median, standard for NDIS-funded care. So demand is up but pay is drifting down, and Sydney trails the other cities.

Take Home Pay (based on median $74,100)

Weekly (net)

~$1,117

Monthly (net)

~$4,839

Annual (net)

~$58,068

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $82,621

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 Support Worker in Sydney?

This is largely an entry-accessible role, so pay starts at the $61k p10 and reaches the $74,100 median with experience. A Certificate III in Individual Support, a driver's licence, and willingness to take complex or high-needs clients are what push pay toward the $89k top. Overnight, sleepover and specialised-care shifts pay above standard day support.

Is $74,100 a good salary in Sydney?

Depends on the comparison. Against Sydney's $95k all-roles median the $74,100 reads low (22% under) and nets about $58k, tight for the city. That gap is normal for NDIS-funded care rather than a failure. The real concern is that Sydney pays $3k to $5k less than the other capitals for identical work, and pay fell this month.

How much does a Senior Support Worker make in Sydney?

There is no senior band here, so pay tops near the $89k p90 for complex-care and overnight work. Progression means moving into team coordination or a house-management role, or upskilling toward Registered Nurse ($100k) or allied-health work. The related therapy and nursing roles ($100k) show the ceiling for those who qualify further.

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Support Worker salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$74,100	—
Melbourne	$79,520	+7%
Perth	$78,052	+5%
Brisbane	$77,064	+4%

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