Practice Manager Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Practice Managers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $93,860 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $123,872. That sits 7% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 33 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 49th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +6 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$80,000 – $123,872

Median: $93,860

Jun $86k

Jul $93k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$80,000 – $123,872

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 33 job listings for this role and city, 97.1% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 50.0% stated a salary directly. The remaining 50.0% 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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Bottom 10% $80,000 Median $93,860 $123,872 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

The median rose $6,900 to $93,000, an 8% move that brings Brisbane close to Melbourne and Sydney at $95,000. Listings grew from 27 to 33 and half of them stated a salary, so this increase has reasonable support behind it. The role sits 7.3% above the Brisbane all-roles median, which makes it one of the better-paid administrative titles in the city. The 47% spread reflects the difference between small general practices and large multi-site or specialist clinics.

Take Home Pay (based on median $93,860)

Weekly (net)

~$1,366

Monthly (net)

~$5,918

Annual (net)

~$71,011

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $104,653

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 Practice Manager in Brisbane?

The $80,000 floor assumes prior healthcare administration experience, so this is rarely a first management role. Medical receptionists at $65,000 are the most common feeder, making the promotion worth around $28,000. Billing, Medicare compliance, accreditation and staff rostering are the competencies that define the lower band.

Is $93,860 a good salary in Brisbane?

Yes, moderately. At $93,000 a practice manager earns 7.3% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $1,366 a week and moderate living costs. It is the highest-paying route out of medical reception without clinical study. Melbourne and Sydney pay $2,000 more, which is immaterial after housing.

How much does a Senior Practice Manager make in Brisbane?

The ceiling is $123,000, reached through multi-site management or running a large specialist practice. Accreditation cycles, practice ownership support and financial management are what listings name at that level. Beyond this, the step is into health service management, which sits outside this title.

Other roles in Brisbane

Practice Manager salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$93,860	0%
Melbourne	$95,000	~same
Sydney	$95,000	~same

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