Salary of Care Worker in Australia 2026

How much does a Care Worker earn?

Salary of Care Worker in Australia 2026

Salary of Care Worker in Australia

$11,544 / Annual
Based on 29 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum
$18,550 Average salary
$11,544 Maximum
$28,960

Salary data updated: October 2026

Salary of Care Worker in Australia

  • Care Worker

    Found at: Fantastic ATS - 3 days ago

    Nambucca Heads, New South Wales, Australia Uniting NSW.ACT Part-time

    Uniting Nambucca Heads is seeking PPT Care Workers to join the team Make a meaningful impact in the lives of our...

  • Care Worker

    Found at: Fantastic ATS - 4 days ago

    Lismore City Council, New South Wales, Australia Uniting NSW.ACT Part-time

    Uniting Goonellabah is looking for qualified PPT Care Workers to support our aged care residents across morning,...

  • Care Worker

    Found at: Fantastic ATS - 4 days ago

    Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia Uniting NSW.ACT Full-time

    About Uniting Tamworth: Uniting Tamworth comprises two co-located facilities operating as a single service: McKay House,...

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Salaries in Australia {year}

All positions in General
Position Average salary / Annual
General Practitioner (Obstetrics) | Regional SA | Up to 652k p.a $48,042 View listings
Consultant Intensivist $47,083 View listings
Pediatrician - Regional South Australia - 365,798 - 713,692pa $44,979 View listings
Consultant Psychiatrist | General Adult | Coastal regional WA $39,421 View listings
Paediatrician $31,379 View listings
General Practitioner $29,156 View listings
Geriatrician $23,051 View listings
Senior Web Developer $19,200 View listings
Remote Area Nurse $19,167 View listings
Head of Cyber Assurance and Engagement $18,958 View listings
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FAQ - Care Worker

The average salary for Care Worker is AUD11,544 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 29 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Care Worker in Australia.

The lowest salary of Care Worker per year in Australia is AUD18,550

The highest salary for Care Worker per year in Australia is AUD28,960

Data updated: October 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in Australia. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 29 job postings with salary.