Enrolled Nurse Salary in Perth (2026)

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Enrolled Nurses in Perth earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $85,000. That sits 20% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 22 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 17th percentile in Perth
💰 Enrolled Nurse · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $85,000
Median: $80,000
Mid level $65,000 – $85,000
Overall $65k–$85k Mid $65k–$85k $63k $67k $72k $77k $82k $87k
⚠ Low confidence 22 listings · 05/07/2026

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 Perth Market

Perth enrolled nurses ($80,000) earn less than their Adelaide counterparts ($85k) and match Melbourne, so the city offers no premium for the role. Against Perth's $100k all-roles median it sits 20% low, a gap created by the city's mining-driven benchmark rather than by nursing pay itself. The band is tight, $65k to $85k. With 22 listings this is a small sample, treat the figures as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Perth?
Entry enrolled nurses in Perth start near the $65k band floor, largely set by public-health award structures. The lift comes from setting and endorsement: medication endorsement, plus aged-care, mental-health, or acute-hospital experience, moves pay up. Agency and remote or FIFO nursing in WA can pay above the advertised band for those willing to travel.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Perth?
Depends. At $80k the role sits 20% below Perth's all-roles median and nets about $61,900, which is stretched against Perth housing costs, though public-sector conditions and shift penalties add value not captured in base pay. This is normal for enrolled nursing rather than a concern. The clear next step is upskilling: Registered Nurse work in Perth reaches $100k.
How much does a Senior Enrolled Nurse make in Perth?
There is no senior band here, so the range caps at $85k. Progression for an enrolled nurse is mainly a qualification jump: a Bachelor of Nursing converts the role to Registered Nurse, which sits at $100k in Perth. Within enrolled nursing, specialising in mental health, aged care, or perioperative work is what lifts pay toward the top of the band.

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Enrolled Nurse salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $80,000 —
Adelaide $85,000 +6%
Melbourne $80,000 ~same
Brisbane $75,492 -6%

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