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Physical therapist salary in Australia

How much does a Physical Therapist make in Australia?

Average base salary

$94,781

The average salary for a physical therapist is $94,781 per year in Australia. 20 salaries reported, updated at 3 June 2026

Highest paying companies for Physical Therapist in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
NSW Government
 
$137,433per year
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Sydney Childrens Hospital Netw...
 
$114,217per year
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NSW Health
 
$92,169per year
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NSW Department of Education
 
$80,963per year
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Justice Health and Forensic Me...
 
$68,630per year
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SA Health
 
$63,154per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for Physical Therapists

  1. Newcastle NSW
    $109,548 per year
  2. Liverpool NSW
    $107,099 per year
  3. Warwick Farm NSW
    $91,863 per year
  4. Bankstown NSW
    $90,511 per year
  5. Sydney NSW
    $85,099 per year

Where can a Physical Therapist earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Physical Therapist get paid in Australia?

Senior Physical Therapist

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Average $117,008 per year