Payroll Officer Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 01/06/2026

Payroll Officers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $75,250 and $102,700. That sits 6% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 42 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 62th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +9 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$75,250 – $102,700

Median: $85,000

Apr $85k

May $85k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$74,910 – $103,200

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10% $75,250 Median $85,000 $102,700 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Payroll Officers in Brisbane earned $85,000 at the median in May, unchanged from April, with 42 listings (up 9). Stable pay alongside growing demand is a positive signal for candidates in this function. At 5.6% below Brisbane's all-roles median, the role sits just below the city average. The 32% spread ($74,910-$103,200) reflects the range from single-entity payroll processing roles to complex multi-site or international payroll administration positions at large organisations.

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 Payroll Officer in Brisbane?

Payroll Officers in Brisbane start at around $74,910 at the p10. Entry-level roles typically require basic payroll administration experience, familiarity with a major payroll system (MYOB, Xero, Chris21, or SAP), and understanding of the Fair Work Act and National Employment Standards. Reaching the $85,000 median takes two to four years and requires end-to-end payroll cycle ownership.

Is $85,000 a good salary in Brisbane?

Marginally below market. At $85,000, a Brisbane Payroll Officer earns 5.6% below the city's all-roles median. The gap is narrow and does not represent a significant disadvantage given Brisbane's moderate cost of living. Payroll roles offer strong job security and a defined technical pathway; specialists with complex payroll experience in large award or enterprise agreement environments command the upper end of the range.

How much does a Senior Payroll Officer make in Brisbane?

Experienced Payroll Officers in Brisbane reach $103,200 at the p90. These roles involve multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction payroll processing with complex award interpretation, STP2 compliance, and often system implementation or data migration project experience. Above this level, the title typically shifts to Payroll Team Leader or Payroll Manager.

Other roles in Brisbane

Payroll Officer salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$85,000	—
Perth	$95,000	+12%
Melbourne	$93,860	+10%
Sydney	$93,860	+10%

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