Sales Assistant Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Sales Assistants in Melbourne earn a median salary of $64,220 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $76,831. That sits 30% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 25 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 36th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne
💰 Sales Assistant · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $76,831
Median: $64,220
Mid level $55,000 – $76,831
Overall $55k–$76k Mid $55k–$76k $53k $58k $63k $68k $73k $79k
⚠ Low confidence 25 listings · 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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Bottom 10%  $55,000 Median  $64,220 $76,831  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Sales Assistants in Melbourne earned $64,220 at the median in May, sitting 29.8% below the city's all-roles median. Prior month data is unavailable. With 25 listings providing moderate data confidence, the 34% spread ($55,000-$76,831) reflects the range from standard retail floor roles to commissioned sales positions in financial products, automotive, or technology categories. The role is award-linked at the floor and commission-driven at the ceiling.

Take Home Pay (based on median $64,220)

Weekly (net)
~$993
Monthly (net)
~$4,303
Annual (net)
~$51,634
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $71,605

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 Sales Assistant in Melbourne?
Sales Assistants starting in Melbourne earn around $55,000 at the p10. Most entry roles in this category are in retail, financial products, or inside sales with a base-plus-incentive structure. Reaching the $64,220 median requires demonstrated sales performance above award-rate activity: consistent conversion metrics, upsell record, or customer retention outcomes.
Is $64,220 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $64,220, a Melbourne Sales Assistant earns 29.8% below the city's all-roles median. Melbourne is expensive, and this salary is financially constrained for independent living. The commission structure of many sales assistant roles can add $10-$20k to effective earnings, which materially changes the financial picture for consistent performers.
How much does a Senior Sales Assistant make in Melbourne?
Experienced Sales Assistants in Melbourne reach $76,831 at the p90. This ceiling captures high-performing sales assistants with consistent incentive earnings in automotive, real estate support, or financial product categories. Moving into a Sales Representative, Account Manager, or BDM role is the standard progression for sales assistants wanting to increase both base and ceiling significantly.

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Sales Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $64,220 —
Sydney $60,000 -7%

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