Enrolled Nurse Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Enrolled Nurses in Brisbane earn a median salary of $77,232 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $100,000. That sits 14% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 14th percentile in Brisbane ↓ -5 listings vs last month
💰 Enrolled Nurse · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,000 – $100,000
Median: $77,232
Apr $80k
May $77k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $70,000 – $100,000
Overall $70k–$100k Mid $70k–$100k $67k $74k $81k $88k $95k $103k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings (-5 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Enrolled Nurses in Brisbane earned $77,232 in May, down $2,768 from April, with 21 listings (down 5). Brisbane pays the least of the three cities in this comparison at $77,232, below Melbourne ($80,000) and Adelaide ($85,000). At 14% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is a below-market salary for a clinical qualification. The decline in both listings and pay from April is worth monitoring.

Take Home Pay (based on median $77,232)

Weekly (net)
~$1,156
Monthly (net)
~$5,010
Annual (net)
~$60,120
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $86,113

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 Enrolled Nurse in Brisbane?
Entry-level Enrolled Nurses in Brisbane earn $70,000 to $77,232 at the mid level (21 listings). A Diploma of Nursing and AHPRA registration are required. Queensland Health's pay structure for ENs is governed by enterprise agreements, with incremental progression tied to years of service.
Is $77,232 a good salary in Brisbane?
At $77,232 and 14% below Brisbane's all-roles median, this is a below-market salary. Brisbane's moderate living costs partially offset this, but the Clinical Nurse Consultant premium ($117,601) demonstrates the significant financial return from further qualification and specialisation. Registered Nurses in Brisbane earn $99,536.
How much does a Senior Enrolled Nurse make in Brisbane?
Brisbane Enrolled Nurses can reach $100,000 at the p90. Moving into Registered Nurse registration (Bachelor of Nursing) unlocks $99,536 at the median in Brisbane, a $22,304 improvement for the same city and sector. That qualification path is the most significant financial decision for a Brisbane EN.

Other roles in Brisbane

Enrolled Nurse salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $77,232 —
Adelaide $85,000 +10%
Melbourne $80,000 +4%

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