Electrician Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Electricians in Adelaide earn a median salary of $103,740 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $93,769 and $129,079. That sits 28% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,749. Figures are based on 48 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 9% of roles by listing volume in Adelaide ↑ +14 listings vs last month
💰 Electrician · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$93,769 – $129,079
Median: $103,740
Aug $115k
Sep $103k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $93,769 – $129,079
Overall $93k–$129k Mid $93k–$129k $90k $99k $107k $116k $124k $132k
Moderate confidence 48 listings (+14 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 48 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 38.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 62.0% 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%  $93,769 Median  $103,740 $129,079  Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

The median fell $11,260 to $103,000, a 9.8% drop and the sharpest decline of any Adelaide trade this month, while listings rose from 34 to 48. Falling pay on rising volume usually means employers are advertising more roles at the lower end rather than cutting rates. Adelaide has slipped from second nationally to fifth, now behind Perth at $125,000, Newcastle at $112,000, Brisbane at $109,000 and level with Melbourne at $103,000. At 38% disclosure the drop should be read as a signal rather than an exact figure.

Take Home Pay (based on median $103,740)

Weekly (net)
~$1,490
Monthly (net)
~$6,457
Annual (net)
~$77,483
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $115,670

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 Electrician in Adelaide?
A qualified electrician starts at $93,000, and that floor is high because the licence itself is the barrier. Apprentice rates sit well below this range and are not captured in these listings. Restricted licences, high voltage tickets and a move from domestic into industrial or defence maintenance are what lift pay within the band.
Is $103,740 a good salary in Adelaide?
Yes, though less than it was. At $103,000 an electrician earns 28.5% above Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, with take-home near $1,490 a week and the lowest living costs of the mainland capitals. Perth pays $22,000 more for the same licence. The concern is direction, since this median has fallen nearly $12,000 in a month.
How much does a Senior Electrician make in Adelaide?
The ceiling is $129,000, reached through supervision, estimating or specialisation in high voltage and instrumentation. Beyond the tools, Adelaide project engineers earn $160,000 and boilermakers $103,000. Estimating at $101,000 now pays less than the electrician median, so leaving the trade for that role costs money this month.

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Electrician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $103,740 0%
Perth $125,000 +20%
Newcastle $112,138 +8%
Brisbane $109,340 +5%
Melbourne $103,740 ~same

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