Administration Assistant Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Administration Assistants in Melbourne earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,132 and $80,000. That sits 28% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 52 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 25% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +10 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Assistant · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,132 – $80,000
Median: $65,000
Jun $65k
Jul $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $55,658 – $80,000
Overall $55k–$80k Mid $55k–$80k $53k $59k $65k $70k $76k $82k
Moderate confidence 52 listings (+10 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 52 job listings for this role and city, 98.1% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 42.6% stated a salary directly. The remaining 57.4% 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 Melbourne Market

Melbourne pays administration assistants $65,000, the lowest of the five markets in this data, behind Sydney at $70,000 and both Adelaide and Brisbane at $67,000. Against a city median of $90,000 that is a 27.8% shortfall, one of the widest role-to-city gaps in Melbourne. Listings grew from 42 to 52 with no movement in pay. At 43% salary disclosure the figure is moderately well supported.

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 Melbourne?
Entry is $55,000 and most assistant roles start close to it. System exposure lifts pay more than tenure, with SAP, TechnologyOne and sector-specific booking platforms recurring in higher listings. Reception at $64,000 and customer service officer work at $66,000 are the adjacent entry points.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $65,000 an administration assistant earns 27.8% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week against high living costs. Melbourne is the weakest market in the country for this title, and its cost base is among the highest. Administration officer at $70,000 and executive assistant at $107,000 are the progression worth targeting.
How much does a Senior Administration Assistant make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $80,000, which usually means the role has expanded into coordination rather than assistance. Office management and team coordination are what reach it. The meaningful jump is executive assistant work at $107,000, which is $42,000 above this median and the highest administration band in Melbourne.

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Administration Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $65,000 0%
Sydney $70,000 +8%
Adelaide $67,500 +4%
Brisbane $67,184 +3%
Perth $66,250 ~same

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.