Plumber Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Plumbers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $108,680 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $98,040 and $160,000. That sits 28% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 29 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 45th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane
💰 Plumber · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$98,040 – $160,000
Median: $108,680
Mid level $98,040 – $160,000
Overall $98k–$160k Mid $98k–$160k $95k $109k $122k $136k $150k $164k
⚠ Low confidence 29 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%  $98,040 Median  $108,680 $160,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane plumbers earn $108,680, 28% above the city median, and the wide $98k-to-$160k range shows how much commercial and specialist work lifts the top. Perth pays the same $108,680, while Sydney sits lower here at $91,390. There is no prior-month data, so treat the trend as unknown, but the median itself rests on a solid 29 listings. This trade sits alongside electricians at the same $108k mark.

Take Home Pay (based on median $108,680)

Weekly (net)
~$1,552
Monthly (net)
~$6,727
Annual (net)
~$80,718
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $121,178

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 Plumber in Brisbane?
Plumbers in Brisbane start near the $98k p10 once licensed, which is a high floor for a trade. A full plumbing licence is the baseline; gas-fitting, backflow or drainage endorsements are what push pay toward the $160k top. Commercial and civil plumbing pays well above domestic maintenance, and running your own jobs lifts it further.
Is $108,680 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $108,680 the median earns 28% above Brisbane's $85k all-roles median and nets about $81k after tax, strong for a licensed trade. Perth matches it, and Brisbane actually pays more than Sydney does in this data. The range means specialist and commercial work reaches well past the median.
How much does a Senior Plumber make in Brisbane?
There is no separate senior band here, so the $160k p90 marks the top, attached to commercial, civil or self-employed work. Progression means gaining specialist endorsements, moving into site or project supervision, or running your own business. Related roles like Site Manager ($178,920) show where the money goes off the tools.

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Plumber salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $108,680 —
Perth $108,680 ~same
Melbourne $103,740 -5%
Sydney $91,390 -16%

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