Business Analyst Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Business Analysts in Sydney earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $119,000 and $248,976. That sits 76% above Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 69 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 16% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +6 listings vs last month
💰 Business Analyst · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$119,000 – $248,976
Median: $160,000
Apr $150k
May $160k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $100,000 – $204,100
Senior level $125,000 – $275,000
Overall $119k–$248k Mid $100k–$204k Senior $125k–$275k $97k $134k $171k $208k $246k $283k
Moderate confidence 69 listings (+6 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%  $119,000 Median  $160,000 $248,976  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney Business Analysts earned $160,000 in May, up $10,000 from April, with 69 listings (up 6). The split between mid level ($160,000 median, 39 listings) and senior ($160,000 median, 29 listings) at the same point suggests a market where mid-level BAs are being paid at senior rates, reflecting tight supply in the transformation and digital space. At 76% above Sydney's all-roles median, this is a top-percentile salary.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,164
Monthly (net)
~$9,378
Annual (net)
~$112,533
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

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 Business Analyst in Sydney?
Mid-level Business Analysts in Sydney earn $100,000 to $160,000 (39 listings), with a median at $160,000 that is unusually high for a mid-level role. This reflects a supply-constrained market where qualified BAs are commanding senior rates earlier in their careers. Agile delivery experience and enterprise system knowledge (SAP, Salesforce, or cloud migration) drive the higher end.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes, strongly. At $160,000 and 76% above Sydney's all-roles median, Business Analysis is one of the best-rewarded professional skills in the city. Sydney's cost of living is high, but at $160k the basics plus savings are well managed. The top of market at $275,000 is accessible for senior programme-level BAs in financial services.
How much does a Senior Business Analyst make in Sydney?
Senior Business Analysts in Sydney earn $125,000 to $275,000 (29 listings). The $275,000 ceiling reflects contracting-rate equivalents in financial services digital transformation. Reaching that level requires architecture-level thinking, executive stakeholder management, and programme delivery experience across regulatory or major platform programmes.

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Business Analyst salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $160,000 —
Brisbane $160,000 ~same
Melbourne $160,000 ~same

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