Cleaner Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Cleaners in Brisbane earn a median salary of $64,220 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $50,000 and $71,899. That sits 29% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 25 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 33th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane
💰 Cleaner · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,000 – $71,899
Median: $64,220
Mid level $50,000 – $71,899
Overall $50k–$71k Mid $50k–$71k $48k $53k $58k $63k $68k $74k
⚠ Low confidence 25 listings · 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $50,000 Median  $64,220 $71,899  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Cleaners in Brisbane earned $64,220 from 25 listings in May, with no prior month comparison available. This is a small sample. The 34% spread from $50k to $71k reflects the range from basic domestic cleaning to commercial facility management cleaning with higher responsibility. At 29% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is firmly at the lower end of the wage distribution. Sydney ($60,816) and Melbourne ($60,000) both pay less, making Brisbane the best-paying market for this role.

Take Home Pay (based on median $64,220)

Weekly (net)
~$993
Monthly (net)
~$4,303
Annual (net)
~$51,634
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $71,605

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 Cleaner in Brisbane?
Entry-level Cleaners in Brisbane earn $50,000 to $64,220 at the mid level. Casual cleaning roles often annualise at rates above permanent listings due to penalty rate loading. Facility management contract roles and hospital environmental services positions typically pay at the upper end of the range.
Is $64,220 a good salary in Brisbane?
At $64,220 and 29% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is a below-market salary. Brisbane's moderate living costs make this manageable for shared living situations. Brisbane pays more than Sydney and Melbourne for this role, which is worth noting for candidates considering city options.
How much does a Senior Cleaner make in Brisbane?
Cleaner roles in Brisbane cap around $71,899. Moving into a Cleaning Supervisor or Facility Coordinator function is the path to meaningful pay growth, as those roles carry higher medians. The role is primarily certificate-standard, with no formal qualification required beyond a police check for most commercial settings.

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City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $64,220 —
Sydney $60,816 -5%
Melbourne $60,000 -7%

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