Marketing Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 30/09/2026

Marketing Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $142,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $115,000 and $160,000. That sits 50% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 66th percentile by listing volume in Sydney

ADVERTISED RANGE

$115,000 – $160,000

Median: $142,500

Aug $125k

Sep $142k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$115,000 – $160,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 44 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 20.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 79.2% 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. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10% $115,000 Median $142,500 $160,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median jumped $17,500 to $142,000 with listings exactly flat at 44. Melbourne pays $131,000 and Brisbane $125,000, giving Sydney a clear lead. At 32% the spread is narrow, running $115,000 to $160,000, which suggests consistent scope across employers. Only 21% of listings stated a salary, so a move this size should be treated as directional rather than settled.

Take Home Pay (based on median $142,500)

Weekly (net)

~$1,959

Monthly (net)

~$8,488

Annual (net)

~$101,858

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $158,887

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 Marketing Manager in Sydney?

The $115,000 floor assumes several years of campaign and channel experience, so this is not an entry title. Marketing coordinator roles are the standard feeder, though they do not appear in this month's Sydney data at sufficient volume. Budget ownership, team management and revenue attribution are what separate manager listings from senior coordinator ones.

Is $142,500 a good salary in Sydney?

Yes. At $142,000 a marketing manager earns 50% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,959 a week against high living costs. It leads Melbourne by $11,000 and Brisbane by $17,000, and that lead is large enough to survive the housing comparison. Within Sydney commercial roles it sits above business development at $125,000.

How much does a Senior Marketing Manager make in Sydney?

The ceiling is $160,000, and the mid band reaches it too, so there is no separate senior tier. Head of marketing roles or ownership of a substantial brand and budget are what reach it. Marketing director and CMO roles sit above this range but rarely appear in advertised listings.

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Marketing Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$142,500	0%
Melbourne	$131,250	-8%
Brisbane	$125,000	-12%

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