Accountant Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Accountants in Adelaide earn a median salary of $96,250 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $79,000 and $139,999. That sits 19% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,749. Figures are based on 40 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 20% of roles by listing volume in Adelaide ↓ -1 listings vs last month
💰 Accountant · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$79,000 – $139,999
Median: $96,250
Aug $95k
Sep $96k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $80,000 – $105,448
Senior level $89,250 – $146,000
Overall $79k–$139k Mid $80k–$105k Senior $89k–$146k $76k $91k $106k $120k $135k $150k
Moderate confidence 40 listings (-1 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 40 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 30.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 70.0% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $79,000 Median  $96,250 $139,999  Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

Adelaide is the weakest accounting market in the country this month at $96,000, behind Brisbane at $108,000 and a $100,000 cluster covering Melbourne, Perth and the Gold Coast. The median rose $1,250 while listings held flat at 40. What stands out is the shape rather than the level: the senior band runs $89,000 to $146,000 on 18 listings against a mid band topping out at $105,000, so the two tiers barely overlap and the step between them is real. Only 30% of these listings stated a salary, so treat the precision with care.

Take Home Pay (based on median $96,250)

Weekly (net)
~$1,396
Monthly (net)
~$6,048
Annual (net)
~$72,577
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $107,318

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 Accountant in Adelaide?
The $79,000 floor covers assistant and part-qualified roles rather than fully qualified positions. The mid band starts at $80,000, so entry and mid sit almost on top of each other. CA or CPA progress plus ownership of month-end close is what moves someone into the senior band, and in Adelaide that band starts $9,000 higher than the mid band ends.
Is $96,250 a good salary in Adelaide?
Yes. At $96,000 an accountant earns 19.2% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, with take-home near $1,396 a week and the lowest living costs of the mainland capitals. Brisbane pays $12,000 more, though a good part of that disappears into housing. The weak point is national position rather than local: Adelaide now pays the least of any capital for this role.
How much does a Senior Accountant make in Adelaide?
Senior listings run $89,000 to $146,000 with a median of $111,000, from 18 listings. Full CA or CPA qualification plus statutory reporting or team leadership is the standard requirement. The $146,000 ceiling is where financial controller work begins, and in Adelaide that concentrates in defence contracting and healthcare.

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Accountant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $96,250 0%
Brisbane $108,750 +13%
Gold Coast $100,000 +4%
Melbourne $100,000 +4%
Perth $100,000 +4%

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