Receptionist Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Receptionists in Brisbane earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $75,962. That sits 26% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 68 jobs advertised in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 19% of roles by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -6 listings vs last month
💰 Receptionist · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $75,962
Median: $65,000
Jun $64k
Jul $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $55,000 – $74,640
Overall $55k–$75k Mid $55k–$74k $53k $58k $63k $68k $73k $78k
Moderate confidence 68 listings (-6 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 68 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 43.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 56.3% 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  $65,000 $75,962  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Brisbane and Sydney jointly top the national reception market at $65,000, with Melbourne and Perth at $64,000, Adelaide at $62,000 and the Gold Coast last at $60,000. The entire national range spans $5,000, which tells you this role is priced by function rather than location. Listings eased from 74 to 68 with the median effectively unchanged. At 44% salary disclosure the figure is moderately well supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,003
Monthly (net)
~$4,344
Annual (net)
~$52,133
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,475

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?
Entry is $55,000 and most reception roles start within a few thousand of it. Scope is what 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 Brisbane.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
No. At $65,000 the role sits 25.7% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $87,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week. No capital pays more than this, so it reflects the role rather than the city. Treat it as an entry point, with administration officer at $80,000 the most valuable next move in Brisbane specifically.
How much does a Senior Receptionist make in Brisbane?
The ceiling is $75,000, which is tight and usually means reception blended with office coordination. Administration officer roles at $80,000 sit above the top of this band entirely. Executive assistant work at $100,000 is where the administration track actually leads.

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Receptionist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $65,000 0%
Sydney $65,000 ~same
Melbourne $64,220 ~same
Perth $64,220 ~same
Adelaide $62,500 -4%

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