Clinical Nurse Consultant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Clinical Nurse Consultants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $118,176 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $146,656. That sits 31% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 110 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 5% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +33 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$100,000 – $146,656

Median: $118,176

Aug $118k

Sep $118k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$100,000 – $146,349

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 110 job listings for this role and city, 85.1% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 47.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 52.6% 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% $100,000 Median $118,176 $146,656 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Listings rose 43% from 77 to 110 with the median fixed at $118,000, moving by two dollars across the month. Brisbane now sits third nationally behind Sydney at $128,000 and Melbourne at $125,000, with Perth well back at $100,000. The $18,000 gap to registered nursing in the same city quantifies exactly what specialisation is worth in Queensland. At 47% salary disclosure and 110 listings this is a solid figure.

Take Home Pay (based on median $118,176)

Weekly (net)

~$1,672

Monthly (net)

~$7,245

Annual (net)

~$86,938

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $131,766

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 Clinical Nurse Consultant in Brisbane?

There is no junior entry: the $100,000 floor already assumes registration plus several years of clinical practice. The route in is postgraduate certification in a specialty, with ICU, emergency, oncology and mental health appearing most often. Queensland Health classifications set much of this range, so public sector pay points rather than negotiation determine the starting figure.

Is $118,176 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes. At $118,000 a clinical nurse consultant earns 31.3% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,672 a week against moderate living costs. Sydney pays $10,000 more at considerably higher housing costs, so Brisbane holds up well on take-home. Within Brisbane healthcare this is close to the top of what advertised nursing roles pay.

How much does a Senior Clinical Nurse Consultant make in Brisbane?

The ceiling is $146,000, reached through nurse practitioner endorsement, nurse unit management or statewide clinical leadership. A master's degree is the specific requirement for nurse practitioner status and it is the largest single jump available in nursing. With 110 listings behind this range, the upper end is well supported.

Other roles in Brisbane

Clinical Nurse Consultant salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$118,176	0%
Sydney	$128,347	+9%
Melbourne	$125,000	+6%
Perth	$100,000	-15%

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