Assistant Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Assistant Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $98,500. That sits 11% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 65th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +2 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$65,000 – $98,500

Median: $80,000

Aug $80k

Sep $80k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$65,000 – $98,500

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 44 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 48.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 51.1% 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% $65,000 Median $80,000 $98,500 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Assistant manager pay is identical in Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney at $80,000, one of the few titles in this report with no city variation whatsoever. The Brisbane median has not moved and listings were flat at 44. The 42% spread running $65,000 to $98,000 is wider than most support titles, which reflects how loosely the label is applied across retail, hospitality and property. At 49% salary disclosure the figure is reasonably supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,191

Monthly (net)

~$5,161

Annual (net)

~$61,933

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Assistant Manager in Brisbane?

The floor is $65,000, typically assistant management in retail or hospitality with rostering and cash handling but no profit responsibility. Sector rather than tenure determines position in the band, with property and contracting paying above retail for the same nominal title. Assistant store manager roles at $65,000 are the closest adjacent entry point.

Is $80,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

No. At $80,000 an assistant manager earns 11.1% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,191 a week. The title pays identically in five capitals, so there is no better market anywhere. The gap that matters is upward: contracts administration at $160,000 and project management at $164,000 are where Brisbane's management money actually sits.

How much does a Senior Assistant Manager make in Brisbane?

The ceiling is $98,000, which sits well above what store managers earn at $72,000, confirming the top of this band is not retail. Property management at $90,000 is the nearest adjacent title. Changing industry is worth considerably more here than dropping the assistant prefix.

Other roles in Brisbane

Assistant Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$80,000	0%
Sydney	$80,500	~same
Adelaide	$80,000	~same
Melbourne	$80,000	~same
Perth	$80,000	~same

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