Accountant Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Accountants in Adelaide earn a median salary of $83,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,239 and $124,000. That sits 7% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $78,000. Figures are based on 33 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 74th percentile by listing volume in Adelaide ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,239 – $124,000
Median: $83,500
Apr $93k
May $83k
↓ Trending down

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $65,359 – $100,000
Senior level $84,500 – $125,000
Overall $65k–$124k Mid $65k–$100k Senior $84k–$125k $63k $76k $89k $102k $115k $128k
Moderate confidence 33 listings (+3 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $65,239 Median  $83,500 $124,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

Adelaide Accountant salaries pulled back to $83,500 in May from a prior month median of $93,750, a $10,250 decline worth noting. With 33 listings and a 70% spread from $65k to $124k, this is not a tight or standardised market: the spread reflects a real divide between compliance accountants at the lower end and commercial accountants in defence or healthcare at the upper end. Adelaide pays less than every other major city for this role: Brisbane leads at $105,500, which is $22,000 more for comparable work.

Take Home Pay (based on median $83,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,235
Monthly (net)
~$5,352
Annual (net)
~$64,226
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $93,102

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Accountant in Adelaide?
Entry-level Accountants in Adelaide earn around $65,000 to $80,000 based on mid-level data. Moving toward $100,000 at the senior tier typically requires a CPA or CA qualification and two to four years in a commercial environment, ideally in defence or healthcare where Adelaide's wage structure is strongest.
Is $83,500 a good salary in Adelaide?
At $83,500, Adelaide Accountants earn 7% above the city's all-roles median, which is a modest premium. Adelaide has low living costs by capital city standards, so the purchasing power here is stronger than the dollar amount suggests. The real question for Adelaide accountants is whether the lower absolute salary is offset by living costs, or whether Brisbane's $105,500 median justifies a move.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Adelaide?
Senior Accountants in Adelaide earn $84,500 to $125,000 based on 14 senior listings. Reaching the top of that range requires a commercial finance role in defence contracting or healthcare administration, rather than public practice. The CPA or CA credential is effectively a minimum for senior roles in this market.

Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $83,500 —
Brisbane $105,500 +26%
Gold Coast $100,000 +20%
Melbourne $100,000 +20%
Sydney $100,000 +20%

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