Your Neuropsychologist Salary: What Reaches Your Bank Account After Tax
Neuropsychologist salaries vary by employer and location; government roles in WA range from $110,666 to $153,151, while the broader psychologist median is $2,204 per week ($114,608 annualised).
Understanding Your Neuropsychologist Salary
When you receive a job offer for a neuropsychologist role, the headline figure is only part of the story. What matters most is the amount that lands in your bank account each fortnight after tax and the Medicare levy. This guide helps you compare offers using take-home pay, drawing on the latest public data.
What the Data Shows
The most recent national data from covers psychologists and psychotherapists broadly. The median full-time weekly earnings are $2,204, which annualises to about $114,608. Half of these professionals work full-time, and the median age is 44. For neuropsychologists specifically, government job ads provide clearer figures. A current advertisement from for Clinical Neuropsychologist roles in Western Australia lists:
- HSO Grade 1 (Registrar): $110,666 – $115,058
- HSO Grade 2 (Clinical Neuropsychologist): $130,265 – $153,151
These are pro-rata for part-time positions and are before tax. The Health Services Award also sets minimum rates, which you can check via Fair Work pay guides.
From Gross to Net: Tax and Medicare
Your neuropsychologist salary is subject to progressive tax rates. For 2026–27, the first $18,200 is tax-free. Then you pay 15c per dollar up to $45,000, 30c per dollar up to $135,000, and so on. The Medicare levy adds 2% of your taxable income, with a shading rule for singles earning between $28,011 and $35,013. Full-time salaries almost always pay the full 2%. Use our Tax and Medicare guide to see the exact brackets.
Calculating Your Take-Home Pay
To compare offers, convert the annual salary to a fortnightly net amount. For example, a $130,000 salary:
- Income tax: $31,020 + 30c × ($130,000 – $45,000) = $31,020 + $25,500 = $56,520
- Medicare levy: 2% × $130,000 = $2,600
- Total deductions: $59,120
- Annual net: $70,880
- Fortnightly net: $70,880 ÷ 26 = $2,726
This is a simplified estimate. It excludes HELP/HECS, the Medicare levy surcharge, and salary sacrifice. For a precise calculation, use our Clearance tool.
Superannuation and Salary Packaging
Employer super contributions (12% from 1 July 2026) are paid on top of your salary, not deducted from it. If a job ad says “$130,000 plus super”, your take-home is based on $130,000, and super is additional. Salary packaging, common in public health, lets you use pre-tax dollars for items like cars or laptops, reducing your taxable income and increasing net pay. The WA government ad mentions salary packaging as a benefit.
Comparing Offers: What to Look For
When evaluating a neuropsychologist salary offer:
- Base salary vs. total package – Is super included or extra?
- Award or enterprise agreement – Minimum rates may apply.
- Location – Public sector pay varies by state.
- Hours – Part-time roles affect pro-rata pay.
- Benefits – Salary packaging, leave, and professional development.
Our Benchmarks page shows the national minimum wage ($26.44/hour, $1,004.90/week) and average full-time earnings ($2,083.70/week). Your neuropsychologist salary should be well above these.
Final Thoughts
The neuropsychologist salary you see in a job ad is not what you take home. By understanding tax, Medicare, super, and packaging, you can compare offers on an after-tax basis. Use the resources on this site to run your own numbers and make an informed decision.
Questions
How is neuropsychologist salary taxed in Australia?
Your salary is subject to progressive income tax rates and the 2% Medicare levy. For 2026–27, the tax-free threshold is $18,200, then 15c per dollar up to $45,000, and so on. The Medicare levy applies to taxable income above $28,011 for singles, with a shading rate up to $35,013.
What is the typical take-home pay for a neuropsychologist earning $130,000?
On $130,000, after income tax ($31,020 plus 30c per $1 over $45,000) and the Medicare levy (2%), your annual take-home is approximately $95,000, depending on your circumstances. Use our Take-home pay tool for a personalised estimate.
Does superannuation affect my take-home pay?
Super is paid by your employer on top of your salary (12% from 1 July 2026). It is not deducted from your take-home pay. Salary packaging options may reduce your taxable income, increasing net pay.