Administration Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Administration Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $72,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $80,000. That sits 24% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 61 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 24% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +7 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$60,000 – $80,000

Median: $72,500

Aug $72k

Sep $72k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$60,000 – $80,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 61 job listings for this role and city, 67.7% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 53.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 46.8% 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% $60,000 Median $72,500 $80,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median moved $320 to $72,000 with listings up from 54 to 61. Brisbane leads the country by a wide margin at $80,000, with Sydney second, Perth and Adelaide at $70,000 and Melbourne last at $65,000. At 68% Seek share this page draws more than usual on government job boards, and at 53% salary disclosure it is one of the better-evidenced Sydney support figures. The 28% spread running $60,000 to $80,000 is narrow.

Take Home Pay (based on median $72,500)

Weekly (net)

~$1,097

Monthly (net)

~$4,752

Annual (net)

~$57,020

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $80,837

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 Sydney?

Entry is $60,000 and the mid band starts at the same point, so there is no measurable gap between entry and typical pay. Sector matters more than experience, with health, education and NSW government listings paying above general commercial administration. Records management and finance system exposure appear at the top of the band.

Is $72,500 a good salary in Sydney?

No. At $72,000 an administration officer earns 23.7% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,097 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Brisbane pays $8,000 more at a much lower cost base, making it clearly the better market for this title. Executive assistant work at $112,000 is the local progression.

How much does a Senior Administration Officer make in Sydney?

The ceiling is $80,000, which is exactly what Brisbane administration officers earn as a median. Office management and contract administration are what reach it in Sydney. Executive assistant roles at $112,000 are where the administration track actually leads, worth $40,000 over this median.

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Administration Officer salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$72,500	0%
Brisbane	$80,000	+10%
Perth	$70,516	-3%
Adelaide	$70,000	-3%
Melbourne	$65,000	-10%

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