Electrician Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Electricians in Melbourne earn a median salary of $103,740 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $95,000 and $125,000. That sits 11% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 31 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 51th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↓ -15 listings vs last month
💰 Electrician · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$95,000 – $125,000
Median: $103,740
Aug $103k
Sep $103k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $95,000 – $125,344
Overall $95k–$125k Mid $95k–$125k $92k $99k $106k $114k $121k $129k
Moderate confidence 31 listings (-15 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 31 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 51.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 48.6% 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%  $95,000 Median  $103,740 $125,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Listings fell 33% from 46 to 31, the sharpest contraction of any Melbourne trade, while the median held effectively flat at $103,000. Melbourne is now tied with Adelaide at the bottom of the national band, behind Perth at $125,000, Newcastle at $112,000 and Brisbane at $109,000, with only Sydney lower at $102,000. At 51% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure, so the weak position is real. The 29% spread is narrow, meaning the licence sets the rate.

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 Melbourne?
A qualified electrician starts at $95,000, with the licence as the barrier and apprentice rates falling outside this range. Restricted licences, high voltage tickets and solar or battery specialisation are what move pay within the band. Commercial and data centre work pays above domestic installation in this market.
Is $103,740 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes locally, but it is among the weakest electrician markets in the country. At $103,000 an electrician earns 10.6% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,490 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Perth pays $22,000 more at a lower cost base. With listings down a third, both pay and availability are working against this trade in Melbourne.
How much does a Senior Electrician make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $125,000, which is exactly where Perth's median sits, so a Melbourne electrician at the top of the band earns what a typical Perth electrician does. Supervision, estimating and high voltage specialisation are what reach it locally. Melbourne estimators earn $125,000 and project engineers $160,000 for those leaving the tools.

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Electrician salaries in other cities

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

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