50% of professionals earn between $12,096 - $116,073 AUD
The median salary is $80,452
The average salary for a Social Worker in Australia is AUD 80,452 - AUD 116,073 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 98,263 per year, based on 6,457 active job listings.
The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Newcastle, Perth. Sydney leads with 391 job openings.
Leading employers for Social Worker roles in Australia include NSW Health, Northern NSW Local Health District, Alfred Health, Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, Hunter New England Local Health District.
Explore 6,457 Social Worker job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.