Practice Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Practice Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $95,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $138,000. That is broadly in line with Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 37 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 57th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +5 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$80,000 – $138,000

Median: $95,000

Jun $85k

Jul $95k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$80,000 – $138,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 37 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 35.1% stated a salary directly. The remaining 64.9% 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 $95,000 $138,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median rose $10,000 to $95,000, a 12% increase that lands exactly on Sydney's all-roles median. Listings grew from 32 to 37. Melbourne matches at $95,000 with Brisbane at $93,000, so the three markets are effectively level. The 61% spread running $80,000 to $138,000 is the widest practice manager range in this report, reflecting the gap between small practices and large specialist clinics. At 35% salary disclosure the rise should be treated as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $95,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,380

Monthly (net)

~$5,980

Annual (net)

~$71,758

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $105,925

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 Sydney?

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 $30,000. Billing, Medicare compliance, accreditation and staff rostering define the lower band.

Is $95,000 a good salary in Sydney?

It is exactly average, matching Sydney's $95,000 all-roles median, with take-home near $1,380 a week against high living costs. It is the highest-paying route out of medical reception without clinical study. The $138,000 ceiling is the highest for this title in the country.

How much does a Senior Practice Manager make in Sydney?

The ceiling is $138,000, 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. Health service management is the usual step beyond this title.

Other roles in Sydney

Practice Manager salaries in other cities

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

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