Business Analyst Salary in Canberra (2026)

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Business Analysts in Canberra earn a median salary of $200,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $135,093 and $275,000. That sits 46% above Canberra's all-roles median of $137,500. Figures are based on 24 jobs advertised in Canberra in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 50th percentile by listing volume in Canberra
💰 Business Analyst · Canberra
ADVERTISED RANGE
$135,093 – $275,000
Median: $200,000
Mid level $120,482 – $259,848
Overall $135k–$275k Mid $120k–$259k $116k $150k $183k $216k $249k $283k

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 24 job listings for this role in Canberra, advertised across Australian job boards, government job boards and employer career sites. 37.5% of those listings showed the salary in the ad. The other 62.5% hid it, so we used the pay bracket the job board files the listing under. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small, so treat these figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $135,093 Median  $200,000 $275,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Canberra Market

Canberra pays the most for business analysts in the country at $200,000 on 24 listings, $40,000 more than Brisbane. Federal government and defence contracting drive that premium, with day-rate contracts common. The 70% spread from $135,000 to $275,000 reflects the gap between APS roles and contractor rates.

Take Home Pay (based on median $200,000)

Weekly (net)
~$2,603
Monthly (net)
~$11,278
Annual (net)
~$135,333
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $223,000

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 Canberra?
Entry is around $135,000, usually for APS 6 equivalent roles. A baseline security clearance is often required.
Is $200,000 a good salary in Canberra?
Yes. $200,000 is 45.5% above Canberra's all-roles median of $137,500, with take-home around $2,603 a week. Canberra living costs are moderate, so this is one of the best-paid BA markets in the country.
How much does a Senior Business Analyst make in Canberra?
The ceiling is $275,000, usually for contractors with NV1 or NV2 clearance on major defence or digital transformation programs. Clearance level matters as much as experience here.

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Business Analyst salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Canberra
Canberra (this page) $200,000 0%
Brisbane $160,000 -20%
Sydney $150,000 -25%
Perth $149,448 -25%
Melbourne $128,631 -36%

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