Store Manager Salary in Gold Coast (2026)

Last updated 01/06/2026

Store Managers in Gold Coast earn a median salary of $72,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $85,000. That sits 16% below Gold Coast's all-roles median of $85,939. Figures are based on 21 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Gold Coast in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 17th percentile in Gold Coast ↑ +1 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$60,000 – $85,000

Median: $72,500

Apr $65k

May $72k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$60,000 – $85,000

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% $60,000 Median $72,500 $85,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Gold Coast Market

Store Managers on the Gold Coast earned $72,500 at the median in May, up $7,500 from April, with 21 listings (up 1). The $7,500 median increase is the largest month-on-month jump for any Store Manager city in this dataset. The small sample warrants caution, but the upward direction is noted. At 15.6% below the Gold Coast's all-roles median, the role earns below the city average. The 35% spread ($60,000-$85,000) is consistent with national retail management pay bands.

Take Home Pay (based on median $72,500)

Weekly (net)

~$1,097

Monthly (net)

~$4,752

Annual (net)

~$57,020

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $80,837

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 Gold Coast?

Store Managers starting on the Gold Coast earn around $60,000 at the p10. The Gold Coast's large tourism and hospitality retail sector provides consistent demand for retail management, particularly in beachwear, tourism products, and lifestyle goods categories where the consumer base is seasonal.

Is $72,500 a good salary in Gold Coast?

Marginally below market. At $72,500, a Gold Coast Store Manager earns 15.6% below the city's all-roles median. The Gold Coast has lower living costs than Sydney or Melbourne, making $72,500 more liveable here than in the eastern capital cities. The tourism retail premium during peak seasons can lift effective earnings through incentive structures not captured in the base rate.

How much does a Senior Store Manager make in Gold Coast?

Experienced Store Managers on the Gold Coast reach $85,000 at the p90. This ceiling reflects managers of larger-format stores or premium lifestyle brands with significant tourist trade. Moving into a district manager or regional retail manager role is the standard salary step above the store manager ceiling.

Other roles in Gold Coast

Store Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Gold Coast
Gold Coast (this page)	$72,500	—
Brisbane	$70,000	-3%
Sydney	$70,000	-3%
Adelaide	$65,000	-10%
Melbourne	$65,000	-10%

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