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Counselor salary in Australia

How much does a Counselor make in Australia?

Average base salary

$95,861

The average salary for a counselor is $95,861 per year in Australia. 346 salaries reported, updated at 29 October 2026

Counselor job openings in Australia

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FDV Counsellor-Northam
Employment Hero2.7out of 5 stars.
Buckland WA
Full-time
18 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Counselor in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
HammondCare
 
$137,800per year
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IPA Personnel Services
 
$134,160per year
University of Sydney
 
$133,618per year
Deakin University
 
$127,502per year
Department of Justice and Comm...
 
$127,382per year
Randstad
 
$125,000per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for Counselors

  1. Canberra ACT
    $112,802 per year
  2. Darwin NT
    $103,966 per year
  3. Joondalup WA
    $97,213 per year
  4. Albury NSW
    $95,006 per year
  5. Townsville QLD
    $94,478 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Counselor

The average salary for a Counselor is $95,861 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 346 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 29 October 2026.

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Counselor salaries typically range between a low of $71,902 and a high of $127,802 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Counselor include Canberra ACT at $112,802 per year, Darwin NT at $103,966 per year and Joondalup WA at $97,213 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Counselor include HammondCare ($137,800 per year) and IPA Personnel Services ($134,160 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Counselor salary compares to related positions:

  • Assistant Counselor: Average $61,617 per year
  • Senior Counselor: Average $102,313 per year
  • Counselor Intern: Average $114,796 per year

How much do similar professions as Counselor get paid in Australia?

Assistant Counselor

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Average $61,617 per year