How much does a Physicist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Physicist in Australia ranges from AUD 50,000 to AUD 110,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 108 job listings

How much does a Physicist earn in Australia?

The average salary for a Physicist in Australia is AUD 75,000 - AUD 86,250 per year.

Salary Guide

Physicist Salary in Australia

Based on 108 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$50,000 - $110,000

Median salary

$75,000 - $86,250

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$43K

25th percentile$50K

Median$75K

75th percentile$110K

90th percentile$127K

50% of professionals earn between $50,000 - $110,000 AUD

The median salary is $75,000

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Physicist

108 job openings

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The average salary for a Physicist in Australia is AUD 50,000 - AUD 110,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 80,625 per year, based on 108 active job listings.

The cities with the most Physicist job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, Port Phillip. Melbourne leads with 19 job openings.

Explore 108 Physicist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.