Merchandiser Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Merchandisers in Sydney earn a median salary of $60,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $53,686 and $65,000. That sits 37% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 34 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 57th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +13 listings vs last month
💰 Merchandiser · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$53,686 – $65,000
Median: $60,000
Aug $58k
Sep $60k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $53,686 – $65,000
Overall $53k–$65k Mid $53k–$65k $52k $55k $58k $61k $63k $66k
Moderate confidence 34 listings (+13 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 34 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 32.4% stated a salary directly. The remaining 67.6% 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 Sydney Market

At 36.8% below the city median this is the widest role-to-city gap in the Sydney data. The median rose $1,531 to $60,000 with listings up 62% from 21 to 34. No other city carries enough listings under this title to compare. At 19% the spread is the tightest in the Sydney data, running $53,000 to $65,000, which leaves essentially nothing to negotiate for. At 32% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $60,000)

Weekly (net)
~$941
Monthly (net)
~$4,078
Annual (net)
~$48,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $66,900

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 Merchandiser in Sydney?
Entry is $53,000, at or close to the full-time retail award minimum. Merchandising covers in-store product placement and stock presentation, often across multiple sites on a territory basis. A driver's licence and reliability are what employers name most often rather than experience.
Is $60,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $60,000 a merchandiser earns 36.8% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $941 a week against the highest living costs in this report. This is the widest gap between any role and its city in the Sydney data. Assistant store manager work at $65,000 and retail management beyond it are the standard routes out.
How much does a Senior Merchandiser make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $65,000, only $5,000 above the median, so there is effectively no progression inside this title. Territory management and field team supervision are what reach it. Store management at $72,000 and account management at $100,000 are where this commercial skill set can lead.

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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.