Retail Store Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Retail Store Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $60,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $70,000. That sits 34% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 23 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 23th percentile in Melbourne ↓ -7 listings vs last month
💰 Retail Store Manager · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $70,000
Median: $60,000
Apr $65k
May $60k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $55,000 – $70,000
Overall $55k–$70k Mid $55k–$70k $53k $57k $60k $64k $68k $72k
⚠ Low confidence 23 listings (-7 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Retail Store Managers in Melbourne earned $60,000 at the median in May, down $5,000 from April, with 23 listings (down 7). Both the median and volume declined, a consistent downward signal. At 34.4% below Melbourne's all-roles median, the Retail Store Manager title earns well below the city average despite carrying full store P&L, team management, and compliance responsibility. The tight 25% spread ($55,000-$70,000) signals a compressed pay market with little variation across most retail sectors.

Take Home Pay (based on median $60,000)

Weekly (net)
~$941
Monthly (net)
~$4,078
Annual (net)
~$48,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $66,900

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 Retail Store Manager in Melbourne?
Retail Store Managers starting in Melbourne earn around $55,000 at the p10. Most roles at this level manage small-to-medium format stores with three to eight staff. Reaching the $60,000 median requires two to four years of store management experience with demonstrated sales target achievement, loss prevention record, and staff development capability.
Is $60,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No, not in Melbourne's context. At $60,000, a Retail Store Manager earns 34.4% below the city's all-roles median in a high-cost city. This is among the more financially challenging management roles in the Melbourne dataset given the operational scope involved. The role is best considered in the context of retail career development toward higher-margin or more complex retail environments.
How much does a Senior Retail Store Manager make in Melbourne?
Experienced Retail Store Managers in Melbourne reach $70,000 at the p90. This ceiling captures managers of larger-format stores or premium retail brands with higher revenue accountability. Moving into an Area Manager or Regional Manager role, typically managing five or more stores, is the primary pathway to breaking above the store manager pay ceiling in retail.

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Retail Store Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $60,000 —
Sydney $60,000 ~same

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