Administration Assistant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Administration Assistants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,600 and $80,000. That sits 28% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 54 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 24% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Assistant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,600 – $80,000
Median: $65,000
Aug $65k
Sep $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $56,200 – $80,000
Overall $55k–$80k Mid $56k–$80k $53k $59k $65k $71k $76k $82k
Moderate confidence 54 listings (+5 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 54 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 51.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 48.2% 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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Understanding the Brisbane Market

The median held at $65,000 for a third month while listings rose from 49 to 54. Brisbane now sits at the bottom of the national band alongside Melbourne, with Sydney at $70,000 and both Adelaide and Perth at $67,000. The gap that matters is internal: administration officers in the same city earn $80,000, a $15,000 premium for what is often similar work under a different title. At 52% salary disclosure this is one of the better-evidenced Brisbane figures.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,003
Monthly (net)
~$4,344
Annual (net)
~$52,133
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,475

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 Brisbane?
Entry is $55,000 and the mid band starts at $56,000, so the two overlap almost entirely. System exposure lifts pay more than years served, particularly SAP, TechnologyOne or a sector-specific booking platform. Reception at $65,000 and customer service representative work at $65,000 are the adjacent entry points.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
No. At $65,000 an administration assistant earns 27.8% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week against moderate living costs. Every capital pays within $5,000 of this, so it is a role rate rather than a city one. The important detail is the title, since administration officer in Brisbane pays $80,000 and leads the country.
How much does a Senior Administration Assistant make in Brisbane?
There is no senior band and the ceiling is $80,000, which is exactly what administration officer roles pay as a median. That overlap is the progression: the same work retitled sits a full band higher. Beyond that, office management and executive support are where administration careers continue.

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Administration Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $65,000 0%
Sydney $70,000 +8%
Adelaide $67,184 +3%
Perth $67,184 +3%
Melbourne $65,000 ~same

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