50% of professionals earn between $13,197 - $101,453 AUD
The median salary is $80,000
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The average salary for a Social Worker in Australia is AUD 80,000 - AUD 101,453 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 90,727 per year, based on 5,166 active job listings.
The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Newcastle, Adelaide. Sydney leads with 336 job openings.
Leading employers for Social Worker roles in Australia include St John of God Health Care, Weave Youth and Community Services, Sonder, Forensicare, Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect).
Explore 5,166 Social Worker job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.