Receptionist Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Receptionists in Adelaide earn a median salary of $60,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $74,920. That sits 25% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,749. Figures are based on 46 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 14% of roles by listing volume in Adelaide ↑ +15 listings vs last month
💰 Receptionist · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $74,920
Median: $60,500
Aug $62k
Sep $60k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $55,000 – $74,936
Overall $55k–$74k Mid $55k–$74k $53k $58k $62k $67k $72k $77k
Moderate confidence 46 listings (+15 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 46 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 43.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.5% 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%  $55,000 Median  $60,500 $74,920  Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

The median fell $2,000 to $60,000 while listings rose sharply from 31 to 46, the pattern that appears when more junior roles enter the mix rather than pay genuinely falling. Adelaide is now the lowest-paying reception market of the five here, $5,000 behind Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, which all sit at $65,000. The 33% spread runs $55,000 to $74,000. At 44% salary disclosure the figure is reasonably supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $60,500)

Weekly (net)
~$947
Monthly (net)
~$4,104
Annual (net)
~$49,253
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $67,457

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 Receptionist in Adelaide?
Entry is $55,000 and most reception roles start within a few thousand of it. Scope separates the ends of the band: switchboard and greeting at the bottom, diary management, invoicing and travel coordination at the top. Medical and legal reception both pay above general office reception in Adelaide.
Is $60,500 a good salary in Adelaide?
No. At $60,000 the role sits 25.1% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, with take-home near $947 a week. It is also the weakest reception market in the country this month. Treat it as an entry point, with administration officer at $70,000 and customer service officer at $71,000 as the standard progression.
How much does a Senior Receptionist make in Adelaide?
The ceiling is $74,000, which usually means reception blended with office coordination. Administration assistant at $67,000 and administration officer at $70,000 are the realistic next titles. Adelaide's administrative ladder is compressed, so each step up is worth $7,000 to $10,000 rather than a band change.

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Receptionist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $60,500 0%
Brisbane $65,000 +7%
Melbourne $65,000 +7%
Perth $65,000 +7%
Sydney $65,000 +7%

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