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Occupational Therapist Salary in Australia

Occupational therapists help patients regain skills for daily living and work after injury or illness. The Australia median is $150,592 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$150,592
per year
Monthly (national)
$12,561
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$150,592
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$72.40
varies by city

Occupational Therapist salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$150,592
Canberra, ACT$150,592
Sunshine Coast, QLD$150,592
Wollongong, NSW$150,592
Hobart, TAS$150,592
Darwin, NT$150,592
Mackay, QLD$150,592
Sydney, NSW$111,035
Melbourne, VIC$108,260
Brisbane, QLD$102,708
Perth, WA$98,544
Adelaide, SA$87,440

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a occupational therapist make in Australia?
The national median occupational therapist salary in Australia is about $217,000 per year ($18,100 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $126,000 to $217,000.
Which Australia city pays occupational therapists the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $217,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays occupational therapists the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $126,000 per year for a occupational therapist.
What is the typical salary range for a occupational therapist in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, occupational therapist pay commonly spans from about $89,500 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $283,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have occupational therapist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes occupational therapist pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is occupational therapist in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +12% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.