Administration Officer Salary in Perth (2026)

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Administration Officers in Perth earn a median salary of $70,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $87,812. That sits 30% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 45 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 74th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +10 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Officer · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $87,812
Median: $70,000
Apr $70k
May $70k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $60,000 – $85,074
Overall $60k–$87k Mid $60k–$85k $58k $64k $71k $77k $83k $90k
Moderate confidence 45 listings (+10 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%  $60,000 Median  $70,000 $87,812  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Perth Administration Officers earned $70,000 in May, unchanged from April, across 45 listings (up 10). At 30% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000, this reflects the structural gap between administrative support pay and the resources sector premium that drives Perth's overall wage level. The 40% spread from $60k to $87k is standard for the function. Pay is identical to Brisbane at $70,000 and $5,000 above Melbourne and Adelaide.

Take Home Pay (based on median $70,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,065
Monthly (net)
~$4,615
Annual (net)
~$55,383
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $78,050

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 Officer in Perth?
Entry-level Administration Officers in Perth earn $60,000 to $70,000 at the mid level. Mining and construction company administration roles tend to pay at or slightly above the city median for this function, compared to general office administration in retail or healthcare.
Is $70,000 a good salary in Perth?
At $70,000 and 30% below Perth's all-roles median, this is below market in percentage terms. Perth has moderate living costs, so the real-world budget impact is manageable, but the structural gap to the city median is pronounced. Moving into an operations or project administration function in the resources sector is the clearest path to closing that gap.
How much does a Senior Administration Officer make in Perth?
Perth Administration Officers can reach $87,812 at the 90th percentile. Moving into an Office Manager or Project Coordinator function is the primary lever for reaching above $85,000, as both roles carry higher medians in the Perth market.

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Administration Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $70,000 —
Brisbane $70,000 ~same
Adelaide $65,337 -7%
Melbourne $65,000 -7%
Sydney $65,000 -7%

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.