How much does a Social Worker earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Social Worker in Australia ranges from AUD 86,803 to AUD 102,457 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 4,846 job listings

Salary Guide

Social Worker Salary in Australia

Based on 4,846 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$86,803 - $102,457

Median salary

$86,803 - $102,457

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$15K

25th percentile$18K

Median$87K

75th percentile$102K

90th percentile$118K

50% of professionals earn between $18,250 - $102,457 AUD

The median salary is $86,803

Salary evolution

Median salary

P25–P75

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

Top cities

Sydney378 job openings

Melbourne324 job openings

Brisbane193 job openings

Adelaide93 job openings

Canberra61 job openings

Port Phillip44 job openings

Alice Springs31 job openings

Bankstown26 job openings

Perth23 job openings

Townsville City23 job openings

Bendigo22 job openings

Central Coast Council20 job openings

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Social Worker

4,846 job openings

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The average salary for a Social Worker in Australia is AUD 86,803 - AUD 102,457 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 94,630 per year, based on 4,846 active job listings.

The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra. Sydney leads with 378 job openings.

Explore 4,846 Social Worker job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.