How much does a Social Worker earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Social Worker in Australia ranges from AUD 83,433 to AUD 98,485 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 3,875 job listings

Salary Guide

Social Worker Salary in Australia

Based on 3,875 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$83,433 - $98,485

Median salary

$83,433 - $98,485

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$15K

25th percentile$18K

Median$83K

75th percentile$98K

90th percentile$113K

50% of professionals earn between $18,250 - $98,485 AUD

The median salary is $83,433

Salary evolution

Median salary

P25–P75

Oct 25: AUD 74,318Mar 26: AUD 74,318

Top cities

Sydney288 job openings

Melbourne240 job openings

Brisbane125 job openings

Adelaide101 job openings

Canberra39 job openings

Alice Springs33 job openings

Bendigo23 job openings

Geelong20 job openings

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Social Worker

3,875 job openings

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The average salary for a Social Worker in Australia is AUD 83,433 - AUD 98,485 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 90,959 per year, based on 3,875 active job listings.

The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra. Sydney leads with 288 job openings.

Explore 3,875 Social Worker job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.