Administration Assistant Salary in Perth (2026)

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Administration Assistants in Perth earn a median salary of $66,250 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $80,000. That sits 30% below Perth's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 72th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↓ -4 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Assistant · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $80,000
Median: $66,250
Jun $65k
Jul $66k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $55,000 – $80,000
Overall $55k–$80k Mid $55k–$80k $53k $59k $64k $70k $76k $82k
Moderate confidence 44 listings (-4 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 44 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 31.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 68.9% 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 Perth Market

At 30.3% below the city median this role sits well under Perth's $95,000 benchmark, though that gap says more about Perth's mining-inflated median than about administrative pay. The median rose $1,250 to $66,000 while listings eased from 48 to 44. Sydney pays $70,000 and both Adelaide and Brisbane $67,000, so Perth sits near the bottom of a narrow national band. Only 31% of listings stated a salary.

Take Home Pay (based on median $66,250)

Weekly (net)
~$1,018
Monthly (net)
~$4,411
Annual (net)
~$52,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $73,868

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 Perth?
Entry is $55,000 and most assistant roles start close to it. System exposure lifts pay more than tenure, with SAP, Pronto and sector-specific platforms recurring in higher listings. Resources sector administration pays above general commercial in Perth, which is the clearest local lever.
Is $66,250 a good salary in Perth?
No. At $66,000 an administration assistant earns 30.3% below Perth's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,018 a week and moderate living costs. Every capital pays within $5,000, so this is a role rate. Executive assistant work at $95,000 is the destination worth targeting, since it matches the city median exactly.
How much does a Senior Administration Assistant make in Perth?
The ceiling is $80,000, which usually means the role has grown into coordination rather than assistance. Office management and team coordination are what reach it. Executive assistant roles at $95,000 are $29,000 above this median and the clearest progression.

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Administration Assistant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $66,250 0%
Sydney $70,000 +6%
Adelaide $67,500 ~same
Brisbane $67,184 ~same
Melbourne $65,000 ~same

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