What is the median salary for Social Worker in Melbourne?

The median salary for Social Worker in Melbourne is AUD 91,971 - AUD 100,188 per year.

How does the Social Worker salary in Melbourne compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Social Worker in Australia is AUD 92,000 - AUD 101,776, while in Melbourne it is AUD 93,168 - AUD 103,506.

Based on 358 job listings - Melbourne, Australia 2026

Average salary

$93,168 - $103,506

Median salary

$91,971 - $100,188

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile$80K

25th percentile$88K

Median$92K

75th percentile$101K

90th percentile$105K

50% of professionals earn between $88,090 - $100,894 AUD

The median salary is $91,971

Sydney411 job openings

Brisbane180 job openings

Adelaide136 job openings

Canberra69 job openings

Perth39 job openings

Toowoomba39 job openings

Bathurst27 job openings

Ballarat26 job openings

Geelong23 job openings

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Social Worker in Melbourne

The average salary for a Social Worker in Melbourne, Australia is AUD 93,168 - AUD 103,506 per year in 2026, based on 358 job listings.

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