Pharmacy Assistant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Pharmacy Assistants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $55,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $50,473 and $69,996. That sits 35% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 23 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 22th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Pharmacy Assistant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,473 – $69,996
Median: $55,000
Mid level $52,562 – $69,998
Overall $50k–$69k Mid $52k–$69k $48k $53k $58k $62k $67k $72k
⚠ Low confidence 23 listings · 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

Pharmacy assistants in Brisbane earn a $55k median, 35% below the city's $85k all-roles figure and among the lowest-paid roles in this batch. The $50k to $70k range is narrow, reflecting award-based retail-pharmacy pay. Based on a small sample of 23 listings, treat as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $55,000)

Weekly (net)
~$879
Monthly (net)
~$3,811
Annual (net)
~$45,733
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $61,325

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 Pharmacy Assistant in Brisbane?
A pharmacy assistant starting in Brisbane earns near the $50k floor. A Certificate III in community pharmacy, dispensary-technician duties, and compounding or hospital-pharmacy experience are what lift someone toward the $70k top of the band.
Is $55,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
No, but with context. At $55k the median trails Brisbane's $85k all-roles median by 35% and nets only about $46k, which is low even for a moderate cost of living city. That is standard for entry-level retail pharmacy rather than an anomaly, but it is genuinely below-market, and dispensary or hospital roles are the way up.
How much does a Senior Pharmacy Assistant make in Brisbane?
There is no senior band for this role, and the $70k top decile is near the ceiling. Progression means dispensary-technician certification, hospital-pharmacy work, or a pharmacy-technician pathway, since the retail assistant band itself stays close to award minimums.

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