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 $69,160 and $90,000. That sits 20% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

💰 Enrolled Nurse · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$69,160 – $90,000
Median: $80,000
Mid level $69,160 – $90,000
Overall $69k–$90k Mid $69k–$90k $67k $72k $77k $82k $87k $92k
⚠ Low confidence 21 listings · 20/05/2026

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.

Understanding the Perth Market

Enrolled Nurse in Perth pays $80,000, matching Brisbane and Melbourne exactly despite Perth's higher all-roles median. This confirms nursing award classifications operate as a national price floor that even Perth's resources-driven market premium cannot override. With only 21 listings and no previous month comparison, this is directional data. The 20% discount from Perth's all-roles median is the widest EN gap of any major city, driven by Perth's elevated city benchmark.

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

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933

Calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, assuming no HECS debt and full Australian residency. Does not include superannuation, bonuses, or equity. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Enrolled Nurse in Perth?
Enrolled Nurses in Perth start around $69.2k at the floor, essentially the same as Melbourne's EN floor. Western Australia Health classifications set EN pay under state award structures that track the national nursing award closely. Getting to $75k within the first year requires a specialty classification or a move into aged care under a provider with a strong enterprise agreement.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Perth?
Below average for Perth, and the gap is wider than in other cities. $80k sits 20% below Perth's all-roles median, the same proportional gap as in Brisbane but more acute given Perth's higher living costs compared to Queensland. Take-home of roughly $60k annually is workable in Perth's outer suburbs. Registered Nurse at $96.8k is the most direct pay upgrade, requiring further study but adding $17k to the median.
How much does a Senior Enrolled Nurse make in Perth?
Senior ENs in Perth push toward $85-90k based on April's p90. Specialist nursing areas and public hospital enterprise agreements are the route to the ceiling. Registered Nurse ($96.8k) represents the practical ceiling upgrade path, the EN-to-RN bridging qualification is widely supported by WA Health and private hospital employers in Perth.

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