50% of professionals earn between $11,047 - $102,068 AUD
The median salary is $74,131
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The average salary for a Social Worker in Australia is AUD 74,131 - AUD 102,068 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 88,100 per year, based on 10,657 active job listings.
The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Newcastle, Adelaide. Sydney leads with 264 job openings.
Leading employers for Social Worker roles in Australia include NSW Government, Department of Justice and Community Safety, Victoria, Sonder, The Family Centre, Recovery Solutions Counselling.
Explore 10,657 Social Worker job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.