Accountant Salary in Adelaide (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Accountants in Adelaide earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $64,000 and $125,000. That sits 25% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,028. Figures are based on 49 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 14% of roles by listing volume in Adelaide ↑ +8 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$64,000 – $125,000

Median: $100,000

Jun $95k

Jul $100k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level	$78,000 – $117,000
Senior level	$82,000 – $129,500

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 49 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 40.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 59.2% 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% $64,000 Median $100,000 $125,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

Adelaide's accounting market skews senior: 25 of the 49 listings sit in the senior band against 17 at mid level, which pulls the median to $100,000. That is $25,000 above the city's all-roles median and only $2,000 below Sydney, where housing costs are far higher. The median rose $5,000 from June and listings climbed from 41 to 49, so demand is firming rather than holding steady. The $64,000 floor reflects assistant and part-qualified roles carrying the same title.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,443

Monthly (net)

~$6,253

Annual (net)

~$75,033

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 bottom of the range sits at $64,000, which covers assistant accountant and graduate roles rather than fully qualified positions. Mid-level listings start around $78,000, and the jump usually comes with CA or CPA progress plus ownership of month-end close. Adelaide's defence and manufacturing employers tend to pay at the upper end of that entry band.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Adelaide?

Yes. At $100,000 an accountant earns 25% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, and Adelaide carries the lowest living costs of the mainland capitals. Take-home works out at about $1,443 a week. The same role pays $107,000 in Brisbane and $102,000 in Sydney, but neither gap covers the housing difference, so Adelaide accountants keep more of what they earn.

How much does a Senior Accountant make in Adelaide?

Senior listings run $82,000 to $129,000 with a median of $115,000, based on 25 listings. Getting there means full CA or CPA qualification and ownership of statutory reporting or a small team. The $129,000 ceiling is where financial controller work begins, and in Adelaide that concentrates in defence contracting and healthcare.

Accountant salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page)	$100,000	0%
Brisbane	$107,500	+8%
Sydney	$102,500	~same
Perth	$100,349	~same
Gold Coast	$100,000	~same

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