Estimator Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Estimators in Sydney earn a median salary of $140,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $82,500 and $200,000. That sits 47% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 101 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 7% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +8 listings vs last month
💰 Estimator · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$82,500 – $200,000
Median: $140,000
Jun $145k
Jul $140k
↓ Trending down

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

Entry level $65,000 – $123,500
Mid level $99,000 – $175,000
Senior level $125,000 – $252,500
Overall $82k–$200k Entry $65k–$123k Mid $99k–$175k Senior $125k–$252k $63k $102k $141k $181k $220k $260k
High confidence 101 listings (+8 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 101 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 38.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 61.8% 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%  $82,500 Median  $140,000 $200,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sydney has one of the few complete three-tier structures in this report, with entry at $82,000 on 12 listings, mid at $125,000 on 59 and senior at $200,000 on 30. That $118,000 span from entry to senior median is the widest legible progression in this data. The overall median fell $5,000 to $140,000 while listings rose from 93 to 101. Melbourne now pays $10,000 more after its own 20% jump.

Take Home Pay (based on median $140,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,929
Monthly (net)
~$8,361
Annual (net)
~$100,333
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $156,100

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 Sydney?
Entry listings run $65,000 to $123,000 with a median of $82,000, based on 12 listings, so unlike most cities Sydney does show a measurable junior estimator band. The step to mid at $125,000 is substantial. Takeoff software, with Cubit, Buildsoft and Bluebeam recurring, plus subcontractor pricing, are what listings name.
Is $140,000 a good salary in Sydney?
Yes. At $140,000 an estimator earns 47.4% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,929 a week against high living costs. Melbourne pays $10,000 more after a sharp rise, so Sydney has lost its lead. Within Sydney construction it sits below contracts administration at $156,000 and project management at $160,000.
How much does a Senior Estimator make in Sydney?
Senior listings run $125,000 to $252,000 with a median of $200,000, from 30 listings. Head estimator and commercial management on major infrastructure is what reaches it. The $75,000 step from mid to senior median makes this one of the strongest progressions in the Sydney data.

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Estimator salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $140,000 0%
Melbourne $150,000 +7%
Brisbane $133,750 -4%
Perth $125,000 -11%
Adelaide $115,000 -18%

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