Administration Assistant Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Administration Assistants in Adelaide earn a median salary of $67,184 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $59,500 and $84,082. That sits 17% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,749. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 66th percentile by listing volume in Adelaide ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Assistant · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$59,500 – $84,082
Median: $67,184
Aug $65k
Sep $67k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $60,000 – $84,286
Overall $59k–$84k Mid $60k–$84k $57k $63k $69k $75k $80k $86k
Moderate confidence 30 listings (+8 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 30 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 46.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 53.3% 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%  $59,500 Median  $67,184 $84,082  Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

Listings rose from 22 to 30 and the median gained $2,184 to $67,000, so pay and demand moved together. Adelaide now sits mid-table nationally, behind Sydney at $70,000 and level with Perth at $67,000, ahead of Brisbane and Melbourne at $65,000. The 37% spread running $59,000 to $84,000 is wider than most administrative bands, which usually means the upper listings have absorbed coordination duties. At 47% salary disclosure this is one of the better-evidenced Adelaide figures.

Take Home Pay (based on median $67,184)

Weekly (net)
~$1,030
Monthly (net)
~$4,462
Annual (net)
~$53,539
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $74,910

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 Administration Assistant in Adelaide?
Entry is $59,000 and the mid band starts at $60,000, so the two overlap almost entirely. System exposure lifts pay more than years served, with finance and clinical booking platforms recurring in the higher listings. Reception at $60,000 is the adjacent entry point, and customer service officer work at $71,000 pays more for comparable seniority.
Is $67,184 a good salary in Adelaide?
No, though it is liveable. At $67,000 an administration assistant earns 16.8% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, with take-home near $1,030 a week against the lowest living costs of the mainland capitals. That is the normal position for administrative support in every city. Customer service officer at $71,000 and administration officer at $70,000 both pay more for similar work.
How much does a Senior Administration Assistant make in Adelaide?
The ceiling is $84,000, which usually means the role has grown into office coordination rather than assistance. Team coordination and contract administration are what reach it. Within Adelaide the administration ladder is compressed, so the more valuable move is into a different function rather than up this one.

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Administration Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $67,184 0%
Sydney $70,000 +4%
Perth $67,184 ~same
Brisbane $65,000 -3%
Melbourne $65,000 -3%

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