50% of professionals earn between $10,856 - $96,348 AUD
The median salary is $70,041
The average salary for a Social Worker in Australia is AUD 70,041 - AUD 96,348 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 83,195 per year, based on 6,271 active job listings.
The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide. Melbourne leads with 311 job openings.
Leading employers for Social Worker roles in Australia include Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), NSW Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network, Sydney Local Health District, Vetted Health, Deep Speak.
Explore 6,271 Social Worker job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.