Payroll Officer Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Payroll Officers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $93,860 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $125,000. That is broadly in line with Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 93 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 5% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +32 listings vs last month
💰 Payroll Officer · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $125,000
Median: $93,860
Apr $95k
May $93k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $79,850 – $115,500
Senior level $100,000 – $125,000
Overall $80k–$125k Mid $79k–$115k Senior $100k–$125k $77k $87k $97k $108k $118k $128k
High confidence 93 listings (+32 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.

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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Payroll Officers in Melbourne earned $93,860 at the median in May, down $1,140 from April, with 93 listings (up 32). Melbourne has the highest Payroll Officer listing volume of the four cities, and the data is highly reliable. The strong volume surge reflects heightened demand in Melbourne's finance and corporate services sectors. The dual-tier structure reveals two distinct markets: the mid-level cohort (70 listings) earns a median of $88,160, while senior payroll officers (22 listings) earn $111,810.

Take Home Pay (based on median $93,860)

Weekly (net)
~$1,366
Monthly (net)
~$5,918
Annual (net)
~$71,011
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $104,653

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 Payroll Officer in Melbourne?
Mid-level Payroll Officers in Melbourne start at $79,850 at the p10. This floor reflects two to four years of payroll experience across a full end-to-end processing cycle. Reaching the $88,160 mid-level median typically requires demonstrated experience with enterprise payroll systems and complex award interpretation. Melbourne's large financial services and healthcare sectors sustain strong demand at this experience level.
Is $93,860 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $93,860, a Melbourne Payroll Officer earns 2.6% above the city's all-roles median. The premium is modest but real, reflecting the compliance-critical nature of payroll and the specialist knowledge required. The Senior Payroll Officer median of $111,810 is where the role becomes genuinely competitive against adjacent finance roles. Melbourne's high cost of living means the entry band is tight, but senior-level payroll is well-compensated.
How much does a Senior Payroll Officer make in Melbourne?
Senior Payroll Officers in Melbourne earn a median of $111,810, based on 22 listings. The senior band runs from $100,000 to $125,000. Reaching this level requires seven or more years of payroll experience, expertise with complex award and EBA interpretation, and often experience leading a small payroll team or managing a payroll system implementation project.

Other roles in Melbourne

Payroll Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $93,860 —
Perth $95,000 ~same
Sydney $93,860 ~same
Brisbane $85,000 -9%

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