Receptionist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Receptionists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $64,610 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $80,000. That sits 24% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 74 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 14% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↑ +17 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$55,000 – $80,000

Median: $64,610

May $60k

Jun $64k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$55,000 – $80,000

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.

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Bottom 10% $55,000 Median $64,610 $80,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Receptionist pay in Brisbane rose this month, the median gained $4,610 to $64,610, with demand climbing from 57 to 74 listings, a healthy signal for an entry-level role. The $64,610 median sits 24% below the city's all-roles figure, which is normal for front-desk work. The band ($55k to $80k) is narrow, and the ceiling overlaps with the neighbouring Administration Officer and Customer Service roles, marking receptionist as a common entry point into office work.

Take Home Pay (based on median $64,610)

Weekly (net)

~$998

Monthly (net)

~$4,324

Annual (net)

~$51,883

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,040

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 Brisbane?

New receptionists in Brisbane start around $55k. The lift toward the $80k top comes from sector and added duties: corporate, legal or medical reception pays above general front-desk roles, and taking on admin, scheduling or bookkeeping tasks alongside reception is what moves pay up. Software fluency and a professional phone manner are the entry differentiators.

Is $64,610 a good salary in Brisbane?

Depends, leaning no. At $64,610 the median sits 24% below Brisbane's all-roles median and nets roughly $52k after tax, modest but normal for an entry-level front-desk role, so the gap is expected rather than a concern. The recent pay rise is a positive, but the ceiling is low, so treat reception as a base to move into Administration Officer or Executive Assistant work from.

How much does a Senior Receptionist make in Brisbane?

Experienced receptionists reach the $80k top in corporate, legal or medical settings with added administrative scope. The real step up is a title change: Administration Officer, Customer Service or ultimately Executive Assistant ($100k), which means taking on coordination, scheduling or executive-support duties rather than staying on the front desk.

Other roles in Brisbane

Receptionist salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page)	$64,610	—
Melbourne	$65,000	~same
Perth	$65,000	~same
Sydney	$65,000	~same
Adelaide	$63,894	~same

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