Public hospital intern, resident and registrar base salaries in each state we cover, side by side.
An intern doctor earns $80,638 to $99,634 a year across the five states compared, about $2,474 to $2,970 a fortnight after tax.
| State | Intern | First resident year | Registrar | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | $80,638 | $94,521 | $117,745 – $147,664 | interim rates from July 2025 |
| Victoria | $85,436 | $90,856 | $129,403 – $178,110 | from March 2025 |
| Western Australia | $93,590 | $102,377 | $128,760 – $175,802 | from 3 September 2026 |
| South Australia | $91,757 | $99,707 | $163,291 – $169,648 (senior registrar) | from April 2026; residents and registrars share the medical practitioner scale |
| Queensland | $99,634 | $107,435 | $140,881 – $162,482 | from 1 September 2026 |
Base salaries for ordinary hours. The other states aren't covered yet. Victoria's first resident year is HMO Year 2. Tap a state for every year and take-home pay.
Common questions
How much do junior doctors earn in Australia?
An intern earns $80,638 to $99,634 a year in the states compared, before overtime and penalties, which can add a lot for junior doctors.
Which state pays interns the most?
Of these, Queensland pays interns the most ($99,634).
Is super included?
No. Employer super is paid on top.
See also nurse pay by state and paramedic pay by state.
Each state's source is cited on its own page. Tax: ATO tax rates. General information only.