Enrolled Nurse Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Enrolled Nurses in Brisbane earn a median salary of $77,752 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $93,840. That sits 14% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 65th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +18 listings vs last month
💰 Enrolled Nurse · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$70,000 – $93,840
Median: $77,752
Aug $76k
Sep $77k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $70,000 – $93,840
Overall $70k–$93k Mid $70k–$93k $67k $73k $79k $85k $90k $96k
Moderate confidence 44 listings (+18 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 44 job listings for this role and city, 93.2% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 36.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 63.6% 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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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane remains the weakest enrolled nurse market in the country at $77,000, with Adelaide and Melbourne both at $85,000 and Sydney at $78,000. The median rose $1,182 and listings jumped from 26 to 44. The gap that matters more is internal: registered nurses in Brisbane earn $100,000, so the difference between a diploma and a degree is $23,000 here. At 36% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $77,752)

Weekly (net)
~$1,163
Monthly (net)
~$5,038
Annual (net)
~$60,461
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $86,693

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 Enrolled Nurse in Brisbane?
Entry is $70,000, set largely by the Queensland Health enterprise agreement rather than negotiated individually. A Diploma of Nursing and AHPRA registration are the baseline requirements. Medication endorsement is the single most valuable addition, since unendorsed enrolled nurses are limited in scope and paid accordingly.
Is $77,752 a good salary in Brisbane?
No. At $77,000 an enrolled nurse earns 13.6% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,163 a week. It is also the weakest enrolled nurse market in the country, $8,000 behind Adelaide and Melbourne at lower or comparable living costs. The $23,000 gap to registered nursing is the number worth acting on.
How much does a Senior Enrolled Nurse make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $93,000, which sits below the registered nurse median of $100,000, so the two bands do not overlap. Medication endorsement and specialty experience in perioperative or renal care are what reach the top. Bridging to registered nursing is the only step that changes the band structurally.

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Enrolled Nurse salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $77,752 0%
Adelaide $85,000 +9%
Melbourne $85,000 +9%
Sydney $78,260 ~same

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