Receptionist Salary in Perth (2026)

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Receptionists in Perth earn a median salary of $64,220 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $53,352 and $80,000. That sits 32% below Perth's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 64 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 14% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↓ -9 listings vs last month
💰 Receptionist · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$53,352 – $80,000
Median: $64,220
Jun $65k
Jul $64k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $53,352 – $80,000
Overall $53k–$80k Mid $53k–$80k $51k $57k $64k $70k $76k $82k
Moderate confidence 64 listings (-9 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 64 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 26.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 73.5% 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%  $53,352 Median  $64,220 $80,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

The median eased $780 to $64,000 while listings fell from 73 to 64. Perth sits mid-table nationally, behind Brisbane and Sydney at $65,000 and ahead of Adelaide at $62,000 and the Gold Coast at $60,000. Against Perth's $95,000 all-roles median that is a 32.4% shortfall, among the widest in this report, driven by the city's mining-inflated benchmark. Only 27% of listings stated a salary.

Take Home Pay (based on median $64,220)

Weekly (net)
~$993
Monthly (net)
~$4,303
Annual (net)
~$51,634
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $71,605

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 Perth?
Entry is $53,000, the lowest reception floor in this data. Scope separates the ends of the band, with switchboard and greeting at the bottom and diary management, invoicing and travel coordination at the top. Resources sector front-of-house roles pay above general commercial reception in Perth.
Is $64,220 a good salary in Perth?
No. At $64,000 the role sits 32.4% below Perth's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $993 a week. No capital pays meaningfully more, so this reflects the role rather than the city. Executive assistant work at $95,000 is $31,000 above this and matches the city median exactly.
How much does a Senior Receptionist make in Perth?
The ceiling is $80,000, which usually means reception blended with office coordination. Administration officer at $67,000 and administration assistant at $66,000 are lateral rather than upward moves. Executive assistant work at $95,000 is the clear destination for this skill set in Perth.

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Receptionist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Perth
Perth (this page) $64,220 0%
Brisbane $65,000 ~same
Sydney $65,000 ~same
Melbourne $64,220 ~same
Adelaide $62,500 -3%

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