Office Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Office Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $88,920 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $115,000. That sits 6% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 31 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 45th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -5 listings vs last month
💰 Office Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$80,000 – $115,000
Median: $88,920
Jun $85k
Jul $88k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $80,000 – $115,000
Overall $80k–$115k Mid $80k–$115k $77k $85k $93k $102k $110k $118k
Moderate confidence 31 listings (-5 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 31 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 71.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 29.0% 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 71% salary disclosure this is one of the best-evidenced figures in the Sydney data, showing office managers at $88,000 after a $3,920 rise. Sydney leads Melbourne at $85,000 and Brisbane at $83,000. Listings eased from 36 to 31. The role sits 6.4% below the city median, closer to average than most administrative titles manage.

Take Home Pay (based on median $88,920)

Weekly (net)
~$1,303
Monthly (net)
~$5,648
Annual (net)
~$67,776
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $99,145

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 Sydney?
The $80,000 floor assumes prior administrative experience, so this is a progression role rather than an entry point. Office administrator work at $75,000 is the usual feeder, making the step up worth $13,000. Bookkeeping, HR administration and facilities coordination broaden the role toward the upper end.
Is $88,920 a good salary in Sydney?
Close to average. At $88,000 an office manager earns 6.4% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,303 a week against high living costs. The strong disclosure rate makes this figure reliable. Executive assistant roles at $105,000 are the higher-paying alternative for similar seniority.
How much does a Senior Office Manager make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $115,000, 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 past support functions.

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Office Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $88,920 0%
Melbourne $85,000 -4%
Brisbane $83,980 -6%

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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.