Podiatrist salary in Australia
The ABS does not publish a median or average salary specifically for podiatrists. The Jobs and Skills Australia profile for podiatrists shows median weekly earnings as N/A due to high standard error. This means we cannot give a precise figure for podiatrist pay from official sources. However, we can compare the role to national benchmarks.
National full-time average
The national full-time adult ordinary-time average is $2,083.70 per week, or about $108,352 per year (ABS Average Weekly Earnings, May 2026). This is the line used by Average line. Podiatrist pay may be above or below this depending on experience, location, and sector.
National medians
The full-time median is about $90,532 per year (ABS Employee earnings, August 2025). The all-employees median is about $74,100. Podiatrists often work full-time (75% do, per Jobs and Skills Australia) and average 42 hours per week. Their median earnings are not published, but they likely fall somewhere between the all-employees median and the full-time average.
Minimum wage and awards
The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, $1,004.90 per week, or about $52,255 per year on a 38-hour week. Podiatrists are typically covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award. The Fair Work pay guide for that award shows rates for support services employees, but not for health professionals. The award minimums for health professionals are higher than support services, but we do not have the exact figures from the provided snippet. You can check the award on the Fair Work website.
State comparisons
Full-time average earnings vary by state. For example, the ACT has the highest at $119,090, while Tasmania has the lowest at $96,008. Podiatrists in higher-paying states may earn more. See States and territories for details.
Tax considerations
For the 2026–27 tax year, the tax brackets are: nil to $18,200; 15% to $45,000; 30% to $135,000; 37% to $190,000; 45% above. Medicare levy is 2%. A podiatrist earning near the national average would be in the 30% bracket. Use the Guides for more on tax.
How the site works
This site shows pay as a year, week, and hour on a 38-hour week. You can Place a salary on the line to see how it compares to the national average. For other occupations, see Job medians or Industry medians.
Summary
While we cannot give a specific podiatrist salary, the national full-time average is $108,352 per year. Podiatrist pay is likely above the all-employees median but may vary widely. For the most accurate data, consult the ABS or Fair Work directly.