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Aged care worker salary in Australia

How much does an Aged Care Worker make in Australia?

Average base salary

$29.23

The average salary for a aged care worker is $29.23 per hour in Australia. 28 salaries reported, updated at 6 June 2026

Highest paying companies for Aged Care Worker in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
SA Health
 
$111,746per year
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Mater Group
 
$106,132per year
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Aboriginal Family Support Serv...
 
$90,000per year
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ACT Government
 
$77,418per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for Aged Care Workers

  1. Sunshine Coast QLD
    $31.21 per hour
  2. Maroubra NSW
    $31.21 per hour
  3. Little Bay NSW
    $31.21 per hour
  4. Monash ACT
    $31.21 per hour
  5. Mackay QLD
    $31.21 per hour

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