Business Analyst Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Business Analysts in Brisbane earn a median salary of $160,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $122,000 and $257,500. That sits 88% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 48 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 72th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +3 listings vs last month
💰 Business Analyst · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$122,000 – $257,500
Median: $160,000
May $160k
Jun $160k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $110,919 – $275,000
Senior level $125,000 – $188,000
Overall $122k–$257k Mid $110k–$275k Senior $125k–$188k $107k $142k $177k $212k $248k $283k
Moderate confidence 48 listings (+3 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.

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Bottom 10%  $122,000 Median  $160,000 $257,500  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Business analysts in Brisbane earn $160k at the median, 88% above the city's all-roles figure of $85k, one of the largest premiums in the whole dataset. Brisbane actually tops Sydney ($150k) and Melbourne ($143,511) for this role, unusual for a tech-adjacent title. The wide band ($122k to $257,500) points to day-rate contractors inflating the top end, common in government and resources project work. Curiously, mid-level BAs here out-earn seniors at the median ($160k vs $150k), which is a contractor-versus-salary artefact more than a real inversion.

Take Home Pay (based on median $160,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,164
Monthly (net)
~$9,378
Annual (net)
~$112,533
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $178,400

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 Business Analyst in Brisbane?
Business analysts rarely start cheap in Brisbane: the mid band opens at around $111k. Reaching the top comes from domain plus method, government or resources sector experience paired with a recognised framework (Agile, BABOK) and contract-ready availability, since day-rate roles pay well above permanent ones here.
Is $160,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes, emphatically. At $160k the median business analyst earns 88% above Brisbane's all-roles median and nets roughly $112,500 after tax, comfortably top-tier pay for the city. In a moderate cost-of-living capital that goes a long way. The only caveat is that the top of the range leans on contract rates, so a permanent salary may land nearer the middle.
How much does a Senior Business Analyst make in Brisbane?
Senior BAs sit at a $150k median (band $125k to $188k), and the jump into the $257,500 top decile is largely a contracting move: day-rate government and infrastructure work. Getting there means deep domain ownership and a framework credential, plus a willingness to take day-rate contracts over permanent roles.

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Business Analyst salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $160,000 —
Sydney $150,000 -6%
Melbourne $143,511 -10%

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