Estimator Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Estimators in Melbourne earn a median salary of $125,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $200,000. That sits 33% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,805. Figures are based on 47 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 69th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +9 listings vs last month
💰 Estimator · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $200,000
Median: $125,000
Aug $120k
Sep $125k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $81,500 – $163,200
Senior level $106,000 – $266,000
Overall $80k–$200k Mid $81k–$163k Senior $106k–$266k $77k $116k $156k $195k $234k $273k
Moderate confidence 47 listings (+9 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 47 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 43.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.2% 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.

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Understanding the Melbourne Market

The median rose $5,000 to $125,000, though Melbourne has fallen well behind Sydney at $160,000 and Brisbane at $140,000 after leading this market earlier in the year. Listings rose from 38 to 47. The senior band runs $106,000 to $266,000 on 17 listings with a median of $170,000, a $50,000 step above the mid band, so the tiering is genuine and substantial. At 44% salary disclosure the figure is moderately well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $125,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,754
Monthly (net)
~$7,599
Annual (net)
~$91,183
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $139,375

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 Estimator in Melbourne?
The $80,000 floor is low for this title and suggests some junior or trade-transition roles carry it in Melbourne. Mid-level listings run $81,000 to $163,000 with a median of $120,000 across 27 listings. Takeoff software, with Cubit, Buildsoft and Bluebeam recurring, plus subcontractor pricing, are what listings name at the lower end.
Is $125,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $125,000 an estimator earns 33.3% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $93,000, with take-home near $1,754 a week against high living costs. Sydney pays $35,000 more for the same work, which is a strong relocation case. Within Melbourne construction it sits below contracts administration at $145,000.
How much does a Senior Estimator make in Melbourne?
Senior listings run $106,000 to $266,000 with a median of $170,000, from 17 listings. Head estimator or commercial management on major projects is what reaches it. The $50,000 step from mid to senior median is one of the largest seniority premiums in the Melbourne data.

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Estimator salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $125,000 0%
Sydney $160,000 +28%
Brisbane $140,000 +12%
Perth $125,000 ~same
Adelaide $101,250 -19%

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