Cleaner Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Cleaners in Brisbane earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $79,380. That sits 28% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 35 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 55th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +6 listings vs last month
💰 Cleaner · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $79,380
Median: $65,000
Aug $65k
Sep $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $55,000 – $79,380
Overall $55k–$79k Mid $55k–$79k $53k $59k $64k $70k $76k $81k
Moderate confidence 35 listings (+6 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 35 job listings for this role and city, 94.4% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 50.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.0% 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%  $55,000 Median  $65,000 $79,380  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane is the best-paying cleaning market in this data at $65,000, ahead of Newcastle and Sydney at $62,000 and Melbourne at $55,000. The median held steady while listings rose from 29 to 35. At 50% salary disclosure this is a reasonably well-evidenced figure, which matters for a role where disclosure is usually poor. The $10,000 gap to Melbourne is large for work priced this close to the award.

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 Cleaner in Brisbane?
Entry is $55,000, at or near the full-time award minimum for cleaning work. Commercial and industrial cleaning pay above domestic, and overnight or early-morning shifts carry loadings. Police checks and site inductions are common requirements rather than differentiators.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
No. At $65,000 a cleaner earns 27.8% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week. It does lead the country for this role, and the $10,000 premium over Melbourne is real money at this income level. Within Brisbane it sits alongside assistant store manager and administration assistant work.
How much does a Senior Cleaner make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $79,000, reached through site supervision or contract cleaning coordination rather than seniority. Supervisory and contract management roles are the realistic routes upward. Within cleaning itself the band is narrow and progression is limited.

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Cleaner salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $65,000 0%
Newcastle $62,315 -4%
Sydney $62,315 -4%
Melbourne $55,407 -15%

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.