Store Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Store Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $70,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $85,000. That sits 22% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 71 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 15% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -9 listings vs last month
💰 Store Manager · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $85,000
Median: $70,000
Apr $70k
May $70k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $60,000 – $85,000
Overall $60k–$85k Mid $60k–$85k $58k $64k $69k $75k $81k $87k
Moderate confidence 71 listings (-9 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 Brisbane Market

Store Managers in Brisbane earned $70,000 at the median in May, unchanged from April, with 71 listings (down 9). Brisbane has one of the largest Store Manager listing volumes in this dataset. At 22.2% below Brisbane's all-roles median, the role earns a significant discount for a management title. The 36% spread ($60,000-$85,000) is well-defined and consistent, reflecting the national retail award framework that anchors pay across most retailers regardless of city.

Take Home Pay (based on median $70,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,065
Monthly (net)
~$4,615
Annual (net)
~$55,383
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $78,050

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 Store Manager in Brisbane?
Store Managers starting in Brisbane earn around $60,000 at the p10. Entry-level store management in Brisbane is concentrated in high-street and shopping centre retail, where national chains set the pay floor through enterprise agreements or individual employment contracts anchored to the General Retail Industry Award management rate.
Is $70,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
No. At $70,000, a Brisbane Store Manager earns 22.2% below the city's all-roles median. For a role with P&L accountability, team management, and rostering responsibility, the compensation is below what equivalent operational management scope earns in other sectors. Brisbane's moderate cost of living softens the financial impact but does not resolve the structural gap.
How much does a Senior Store Manager make in Brisbane?
Experienced Store Managers in Brisbane reach $85,000 at the p90. This ceiling is found at larger-format stores, department store sections, or high-revenue specialty retail locations. The progression to area manager, which typically manages five or more stores, is the most reliable route to breaking past the store manager salary ceiling.

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Store Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $70,000 —
Gold Coast $72,500 +4%
Sydney $70,000 ~same
Adelaide $65,000 -7%
Melbourne $65,000 -7%

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