Healthcare & Medical
Speech Pathologist Salary in Australia
Speech Pathologists assess and treat communication and swallowing disorders. NDIS expansion has significantly increased Australian demand. Seek listings span paediatric, adult, hospital and private practice settings.
AU Typical Range
$68k – $110k
AU Median
$85k
NZ Typical Range
NZD $62k – $98k
Salary by experience level
Graduate / Junior
Speech Pathologist
Senior / Supervisor
Estimated take-home pay (AU median)
Based on $85k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.
Annual
$65,208
Monthly
$5,434
Fortnightly
$2,508
Common employers on Seek
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What is the average Speech Pathologist salary in Australia?
The average Speech Pathologist salary in Australia is around $85k per year, with a typical Seek range of $68k – $110k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.
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What does a Speech Pathologist take home after tax in Australia?
At the median salary of $85k, take-home pay is approximately $65,208 per year ($5,434 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.