Electrician Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Electricians in Brisbane earn a median salary of $108,680 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $95,000 and $134,838. That sits 24% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 112 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 6% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +5 listings vs last month
💰 Electrician · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$95,000 – $134,838
Median: $108,680
Jun $108k
Jul $108k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $95,000 – $135,000
Overall $95k–$134k Mid $95k–$135k $92k $101k $110k $120k $129k $139k
High confidence 112 listings (+5 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 112 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 49.6% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.4% 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%  $95,000 Median  $108,680 $134,838  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

At 112 listings and the 94th percentile for demand, electricians are one of Brisbane's highest-volume trades, with the median fixed at $108,000 for a second month. Brisbane sits second nationally behind Perth at $125,000, and ahead of Sydney at $103,000 and Melbourne at $101,000. That Perth gap is $17,000 for the same licence and reflects resources loadings rather than different work. At 50% salary disclosure this is one of the better-evidenced trade figures in the report.

Take Home Pay (based on median $108,680)

Weekly (net)
~$1,552
Monthly (net)
~$6,727
Annual (net)
~$80,718
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $121,178

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 Brisbane?
A qualified electrician starts at $95,000, with the licence acting as the barrier and apprentice rates falling outside this range. Restricted electrical licences, high voltage tickets and instrumentation training are the levers that move pay within the band. Industrial and mining maintenance pays above domestic and commercial installation at the same experience level.
Is $108,680 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $108,000 an electrician earns 24.2% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home around $1,552 a week and moderate living costs. It beats the same trade in Sydney and Melbourne outright, where housing costs considerably more. Perth is the only better-paying market, and that premium usually comes with FIFO rosters attached.
How much does a Senior Electrician make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $134,000, reached through supervision, HV or instrumentation specialisation, or solar and battery work. Past the tools, Brisbane estimators earn $133,000, project engineers $160,000 and site managers $190,000. Those roles are where electrical careers continue once the trade itself tops out.

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Electrician salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $108,680 0%
Perth $125,000 +15%
Gold Coast $108,680 ~same
Adelaide $107,692 ~same
Sydney $103,740 -5%

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