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Teacher Salary in Australia

Teachers plan lessons, instruct students, and assess learning across subjects and grades. The Australia median is $98,544 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$98,544
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,189
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$98,544
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$47.38
varies by city

Teacher salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$98,544
Canberra, ACT$98,544
Sunshine Coast, QLD$98,544
Wollongong, NSW$98,544
Hobart, TAS$98,544
Darwin, NT$98,544
Mackay, QLD$98,544
Sydney, NSW$73,561
Melbourne, VIC$71,479
Perth, WA$65,511
Brisbane, QLD$62,110
Adelaide, SA$58,849

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a teacher make in Australia?
The national median teacher salary in Australia is about $142,000 per year ($11,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $84,800 to $142,000.
Which Australia city pays teachers the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $142,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays teachers the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $84,800 per year for a teacher.
What is the typical salary range for a teacher in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, teacher pay commonly spans from about $63,900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $188,900 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have teacher salary data?
Pay by Role publishes teacher pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is teacher in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +1% over the next decade. Related education roles on Pay by Role include Professor, School Principal.