Pharmacist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Pharmacists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $110,688 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $160,000. That sits 30% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 28 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 43th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +4 listings vs last month
💰 Pharmacist · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $160,000
Median: $110,688
May $106k
Jun $110k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $100,000 – $160,000
Overall $100k–$160k Mid $100k–$160k $97k $110k $124k $137k $151k $164k
⚠ Low confidence 28 listings (+4 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane pharmacist pay rose $4,318 this month to $110,688, and the role sits 30% above the city's all-roles median. The wide $100k-to-$160k range is telling: the top reflects hospital and specialist roles, the median community pharmacy. Melbourne's equivalent sits lower at $100k. Based on 28 listings, treat the month-on-month move as directional but the premium as real.

Take Home Pay (based on median $110,688)

Weekly (net)
~$1,578
Monthly (net)
~$6,836
Annual (net)
~$82,034
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $123,417

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 Pharmacist in Brisbane?
Pharmacy requires a degree and registration, so new pharmacists start near the $100k p10 rather than lower. Reaching the $108,680 median comes with post-registration experience. Moving into hospital pharmacy, a management or owner-partner role, or a specialised clinical area is what pushes pay toward the $160k top. Hospital and specialist roles pay well above retail dispensing.
Is $110,688 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $110,688 the median earns 30% above Brisbane's $85k all-roles median and nets about $82k after tax, strong professional pay. It also beats Melbourne's $100k for the same role. The wide range means retail community pharmacy sits nearer the median while hospital and specialist work reaches the top.
How much does a Senior Pharmacist make in Brisbane?
There is no separate senior band in this sample, so the $160k p90 marks the top, attached to hospital, specialist or ownership roles. Progression means moving into pharmacy management, becoming an owner-partner, or specialising clinically. The path up is role type and ownership, not simply more years dispensing.

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Pharmacist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $110,688 —
Melbourne $100,000 -10%

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