Receptionist Salary in Perth (2026)

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Receptionists in Perth earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $80,000. That sits 35% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 73 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Perth in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 7% of roles by listing volume in Perth ↑ +9 listings vs last month
💰 Receptionist · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $80,000
Median: $65,000
May $60k
Jun $65k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $55,000 – $80,000
Overall $55k–$80k Mid $55k–$80k $53k $59k $64k $70k $76k $82k
Moderate confidence 73 listings (+9 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 Perth Market

Receptionist is the second-highest-demand role in this batch (93 score, 73 listings, up from 64), and pay rose $5k this month to $65k. Every capital pays essentially the same $65k, so this is a nationally flat role. The 35% gap below Perth's $100k median is entirely a mining-inflation effect, not a sign the role is underpaid nationally. High demand plus rising pay makes this a rare bright spot at the entry level.

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 Perth?
This is largely an entry role, so pay starts at the $55k p10 and reaches the $65k median with experience. Working front-of-house in a corporate, medical or resources office, plus strong software and phone skills, is what pushes pay toward the $80k top. Reception roles inside resources or professional-services firms pay above retail or hospitality front desks.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Perth?
No against the city, but that is misleading. The $65k median sits 35% under Perth's $100k all-roles median, yet that median is inflated by mining pay reception never touches. Nationally, $65k is exactly the going rate for the role in every capital. Take-home is about $52k, entry-level as expected. It rose $5k this month, which is the real positive.
How much does a Senior Receptionist make in Perth?
There is no senior band because reception is a starting role. Progression means moving into Administration Officer ($70k) or Executive Assistant ($100k median) work, which rewards diary and stakeholder management for senior staff. The step from front desk to EA is the meaningful pay jump for this career path.

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Receptionist salaries in other cities

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

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