Administration Officer Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Administration Officers in Adelaide earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $83,455. That sits 19% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000. Figures are based on 28 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 50th percentile by listing volume in Adelaide ↓ -6 listings vs last month
💰 Administration Officer · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $83,455
Median: $65,000
May $65k
Jun $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $60,000 – $83,455
Overall $60k–$83k Mid $60k–$83k $58k $63k $69k $74k $80k $85k
⚠ Low confidence 28 listings (-6 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Adelaide Market

Adelaide is the cheapest capital for administration officers, medianing $65k against $70k to $71.5k in Sydney, Brisbane and Perth. That $65k sits 19% below Adelaide's own all-roles median of $80k, which is typical for admin support rather than a red flag. Demand is soft (28 listings, down from 34) and pay has been flat to slightly down over the month. The range is narrow ($60k to $83.5k), so there is little room to negotiate above band without moving into a specialised or supervisory role.

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 Officer in Adelaide?
The role starts around $60k and medians $65k, a fairly compressed band. Landing a spot in defence, healthcare or education (Adelaide's larger, better-funded employers) pushes pay toward the $83.5k top more reliably than retail or small-business admin. Software fluency (advanced Excel, a specific CRM or a government records system) is what separates a $60k listing from the upper end.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Adelaide?
Depends, and lean towards no. At $65k the median runs 19% below Adelaide's $80k all-roles figure, and while that gap is normal for admin work, $65k nets only about $52k after tax. Adelaide is the most affordable capital, which softens the blow, but this is entry-tier pay with a low ceiling. The move up is into Executive Assistant or Office Manager territory, where the same skills earn a real premium.
How much does a Senior Administration Officer make in Adelaide?
There is no senior band in the data for this role in Adelaide, it caps around $83.5k. Progression means retitling: stepping into Office Manager, Executive Assistant or a coordinator role that carries budget or people responsibility. Taking ownership of a function (payroll admin, procurement, office operations) rather than general support is what moves you off the admin pay ceiling.

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Administration Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $65,000 —
Sydney $71,531 +10%
Brisbane $70,000 +8%
Perth $70,000 +8%
Melbourne $65,000 ~same

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