Enrolled Nurse Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated

Enrolled Nurses in Sydney earn a median salary of $78,260 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $78,260 and $91,000. That sits 18% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 47 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 71th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Enrolled Nurse · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$78,260 – $91,000
Median: $78,260
Aug $78k
Sep $78k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $78,260 – $91,000
Overall $78k–$91k Mid $78k–$91k $75k $79k $83k $86k $90k $93k
Moderate confidence 47 listings (+8 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 47 job listings for this role and city, 41.2% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 60.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 39.2% 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.

Get new Enrolled Nurse jobs in Sydney with the pay shown. Free.
Where does your salary sit?
Enter your salary to see where you rank.
Bottom 10%  $78,260 Median  $78,260 $91,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The 10th percentile and the median are both $78,000, meaning at least half of all listings sit on a single figure, which is what NSW Health award classifications produce. At 41% Seek share this page draws heavily on government job boards, and at 61% salary disclosure it is well evidenced. The median held steady with listings up from 39 to 47. Adelaide and Melbourne both pay $85,000, leaving Sydney $7,000 behind.

Take Home Pay (based on median $78,260)

Weekly (net)
~$1,169
Monthly (net)
~$5,066
Annual (net)
~$60,793
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $87,259

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 Sydney?
Entry is $78,000, which is also the median, so there is effectively no entry discount to climb out of. A Diploma of Nursing and AHPRA registration are the baseline requirements. Medication endorsement is the main differentiator, since unendorsed enrolled nurses are limited in scope and paid accordingly.
Is $78,260 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $78,000 an enrolled nurse earns 17.6% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,169 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Adelaide and Melbourne both pay $7,000 more. The strong disclosure rate means this figure is reliable rather than estimated, so the gap is real.
How much does a Senior Enrolled Nurse make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $91,000, and with a 16% spread there is very little progression inside the title. Medication endorsement and specialty experience are what reach it. Bridging to registered nursing at $98,000 is the only step that changes the band meaningfully, worth $20,000.

Other roles in Sydney

Enrolled Nurse salaries in other cities

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

Uncover hidden salary ranges on Seek

Paste any job URL to bypass the "competitive salary" text and see the exact employer budget instantly.

Get new Enrolled Nurse jobs in Sydney with the pay shown. Free.
Or install the free Chrome extension →

Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.