Office Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Office Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $109,000. That sits 6% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 32 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 48th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +4 listings vs last month
💰 Office Manager · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $109,000
Median: $85,000
Jun $82k
Jul $85k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $80,000 – $109,000
Overall $80k–$109k Mid $80k–$109k $77k $84k $91k $98k $105k $112k
Moderate confidence 32 listings (+4 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 32 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 66.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 33.3% 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%  $80,000 Median  $85,000 $109,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

The median rose $2,600 to $85,000, putting Melbourne behind Sydney at $88,000 and ahead of Brisbane at $83,000. Listings grew modestly from 28 to 32 and two thirds stated a salary, so this is a well-evidenced figure. At 5.6% below the city median it sits closer to average than most administrative titles. The gap worth noting is internal: executive assistants in Melbourne earn $107,000, a $22,000 premium for comparable seniority.

Take Home Pay (based on median $85,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,254
Monthly (net)
~$5,434
Annual (net)
~$65,208
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $94,775

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 Office Manager in Melbourne?
The $80,000 floor assumes prior administrative experience, so this is a progression role rather than an entry point. Administration officer work at $70,000 is the usual feeder. Bookkeeping, HR administration and facilities coordination are what broaden the role toward the upper end of the band.
Is $85,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Close to average. At $85,000 an office manager earns 5.6% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,254 a week against high living costs. It pays $15,000 more than administration officer work in the same city. Executive assistant roles at $107,000 are the higher-paying alternative for similar seniority.
How much does a Senior Office Manager make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $109,000, which overlaps with the executive assistant band. Reaching it usually means the role has absorbed finance, HR or facilities responsibility beyond administration. Operations and business management are where the track continues if you want to move past support functions.

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Office Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $85,000 0%
Sydney $88,920 +5%
Brisbane $83,980 ~same

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