Receptionist Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Receptionists in Sydney earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $50,000 and $81,490. That sits 28% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 88 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 8% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -4 listings vs last month
💰 Receptionist · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,000 – $81,490
Median: $65,000
Apr $64k
May $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $50,000 – $81,490
Overall $50k–$81k Mid $50k–$81k $48k $55k $62k $69k $76k $83k
High confidence 88 listings (-4 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

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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Bottom 10%  $50,000 Median  $65,000 $81,490  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Receptionists in Sydney earned $65,000 at the median in May, up $390 from April, with 88 listings (down 4). At 28.4% below Sydney's all-roles median, the role earns a significant discount in the city. The 48% spread ($50,000-$81,490) is wider than other cities, reflecting Sydney's diverse employment base: from part-time casual roles at the lower end to premium corporate or luxury hospitality reception roles at the ceiling. At 88 listings, Sydney provides the highest-volume data point for this role in the dataset.

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 Sydney?
Receptionists starting in Sydney earn around $50,000 at the p10. Entry roles are widely available across Sydney's large professional services, healthcare, and corporate sectors. Reaching $65,000 takes two to four years of demonstrated professional reception experience in a structured environment: client management, multi-line telephony, and visitor coordination in a full-time permanent role.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $65,000, a Sydney Receptionist earns 28.4% below the city's all-roles median in Australia's most expensive city. This salary makes independent housing extremely difficult in most Sydney suburbs. The role provides stable employment and clear progression pathways, but the financial reality for Sydney receptionists is one of the most constrained in the professional labour market.
How much does a Senior Receptionist make in Sydney?
Experienced Receptionists in Sydney reach $81,490 at the p90. This ceiling captures premium corporate reception, luxury real estate, and high-end hospitality front desk roles in Sydney's CBD and inner suburbs, where presentation, language skills, and client experience expectations justify a premium over standard office reception pay.

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Receptionist salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $65,000 —
Melbourne $62,500 -4%
Adelaide $61,878 -5%
Brisbane $60,000 -8%
Perth $60,000 -8%

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