Receptionist Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Receptionists in Melbourne earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $74,001. That sits 32% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 72 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 11% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↓ -12 listings vs last month
💰 Receptionist · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $74,001
Median: $65,000
May $62k
Jun $65k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $55,000 – $73,112
Overall $55k–$74k Mid $55k–$73k $53k $57k $62k $67k $71k $76k
Moderate confidence 72 listings (-12 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Receptionists in Melbourne earn $65k, 32% below the city median, and while listings dipped this month (84 to 72) the median actually rose $2.5k. The pay is almost identical across every capital ($64k to $65k), so this is a nationally fixed rate with no city premium anywhere. The band is narrow ($55k to $74k), typical of a role with well-understood, standardised pay. High demand persists, but abundant supply keeps the wage anchored below the city median.

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 Melbourne?
The floor is $55k (p10). A first reception role opens near there, and the lift toward the $74k top comes from specialised settings (medical, legal or corporate reception), software fluency, and taking on scheduling, billing or light administration beyond front-desk duties.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $65k the median is 32% below Melbourne's all-roles median and nets about $52k, tight in a high-cost city. That gap is standard for reception, a high-supply role priced accordingly, not a warning about any employer. The path to better pay runs through administration and executive-support roles, where executive assistants reach $110k.
How much does a Senior Receptionist make in Melbourne?
The band caps at $74k, so there is no senior receptionist tier. Earning more means moving into office administration, then office management or executive assistance, which trades front-desk duties for diary, supplier and stakeholder ownership. The step up is a change of role, not more years at reception.

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Receptionist salaries in other cities

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

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