Administration Assistant Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Administration Assistants in Sydney earn a median salary of $67,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $85,000. That sits 26% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 60 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 20% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +9 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Assistant · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $85,000
Median: $67,500
Apr $69k
May $67k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $55,000 – $85,000
Overall $55k–$85k Mid $55k–$85k $53k $60k $67k $73k $80k $87k
Moderate confidence 60 listings (+9 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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Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney Administration Assistants earned $67,500 in May, a slight dip of $1,660 from April, across 60 listings (up 9). The 44% spread from $55k to $85k reflects a genuine range of complexity: basic data entry and reception support at the low end, and executive team coordination with calendar and travel management at the high end. At 26% below Sydney's all-roles median, this is substantially below market for a high-cost city. Executive Assistant roles in Sydney pay $110,000 for similar but more senior administrative skills.

Take Home Pay (based on median $67,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,034
Monthly (net)
~$4,479
Annual (net)
~$53,746
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $75,262

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 Administration Assistant in Sydney?
Entry-level Administration Assistants in Sydney earn $55,000 to $67,500 at the mid level. Moving toward $85,000 within this title requires working in a professional services firm (law, investment banking, or consulting) where administrative complexity and confidentiality demands are highest.
Is $67,500 a good salary in Sydney?
At $67,500 and 26% below Sydney's all-roles median, this salary does not stretch far in Sydney's rental market. It is functional for shared accommodation or someone with a partner contributing to household income, but tight for a single person. The Executive Assistant function at $110,000 offers a clear salary target for those developing their administrative skill set.
How much does a Senior Administration Assistant make in Sydney?
Administration Assistants in Sydney cap around $85,000. Reaching that ceiling typically requires direct support to C-suite executives in a financial services or technology firm, where the role functionally overlaps with an Executive Assistant. The EA title in Sydney pays $110,000, making that the natural career target.

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Administration Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $67,500 —
Brisbane $67,184 ~same
Adelaide $65,000 -4%
Melbourne $65,000 -4%
Perth $65,000 -4%

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