Project Coordinator Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 02/08/2026

Project Coordinators in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $80,000 and $144,625. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 45 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 67th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -3 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$80,000 – $144,625

Median: $100,000

Jun $100k

Jul $100k

→ Stable

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

Mid level

$80,000 – $146,916

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 45 job listings for this role and city, 97.8% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 28.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 71.7% 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 $100,000 $144,625 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Project coordinators earn $100,000 in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth alike, with Brisbane ahead at $107,000. The median held flat while listings eased from 48 to 45. The 65% spread running $80,000 to $144,000 is wide for a coordination title and reflects how differently employers scope it. The number that frames this page is $160,000, which is what Sydney project managers earn, making the step up worth $60,000.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,443

Monthly (net)

~$6,253

Annual (net)

~$75,033

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Project Coordinator in Sydney?

Entry is $80,000, the highest coordinator floor in this data, and this is the standard way into project work without prior delivery experience. Scheduling, reporting, document control and stakeholder coordination cover the junior end. Construction, infrastructure, financial services and IT advertise most of these roles.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?

Modestly. At $100,000 a project coordinator earns 5.3% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,443 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Brisbane pays $7,000 more at a much lower cost base. The value of this role is positional, since it is the recognised entry route into project management at $160,000.

How much does a Senior Project Coordinator make in Sydney?

The ceiling is $144,000, and the mid band reaches $146,000, so the two overlap entirely with no distinct senior tier. Owning a workstream rather than supporting one is what reaches the top. The intended progression is to project manager, worth $60,000 on median.

Other roles in Sydney

Project Coordinator salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$100,000	0%
Brisbane	$107,859	+8%
Melbourne	$100,000	~same
Perth	$100,000	~same

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