Network Engineer Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Network Engineers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $109,250 and $200,000. That sits 68% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 20 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 8th percentile in Melbourne
💰 Network Engineer · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$109,250 – $200,000
Median: $160,000
Senior level $155,500 – $200,000
Overall $109k–$200k Senior $155k–$200k $105k $125k $145k $165k $185k $206k
⚠ Low confidence 20 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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Bottom 10%  $109,250 Median  $160,000 $200,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Based on 20 listings, treat as directional. As with several engineering roles this month, every Melbourne network-engineer listing sits in the senior tier, so the $160k median reflects experienced staff and lands 68% above the city median. The band ($109k to $200k) is wide, tracking the gap between standard infrastructure roles and specialist or security-adjacent network work. Only Melbourne data is available, so there is no cross-city comparison to draw.

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 Network Engineer in Melbourne?
No junior network-engineer listings appear in the Melbourne data this month, so entry pay is not directly measured. A graduate or early-career hire would sit below the senior $155.5k floor; vendor certifications (Cisco CCNA moving to CCNP) and hands-on production network experience are what build toward the senior band the listings capture.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes, for the experience it reflects. At $160k the median is 68% above Melbourne's all-roles median and nets roughly $112.5k, strong in a high-cost city, though note every listing is senior, so this is experienced-engineer pay rather than a typical entry wage. For that level it sits firmly among the better-paid tech roles.
How much does a Senior Network Engineer make in Melbourne?
This role is effectively all senior, with the band reaching $200k (p90). The top comes from advanced vendor certifications (CCIE), specialisation in network security or cloud networking, and taking architecture or lead responsibility for infrastructure across an organisation rather than maintaining it.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.