Retail Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)
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Retail Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $78,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,500 and $115,000. That sits 11% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $87,500. Figures are based on 22 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.
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| Mid level | $60,500 – $115,000 |
Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 22 job listings for this role in Melbourne, advertised across Australian job boards, government job boards and employer career sites. 40.9% of those listings showed the salary in the ad. The other 59.1% hid it, so we used the pay bracket the job board files the listing under. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small, so treat these figures as indicative.
Understanding the Melbourne Market
Melbourne retail managers earn $78,000, close to July's $80,000. The 69.9% spread up to $115,000 separates small stores from flagship or large-format roles. Ads that showed pay offered about $70,000.
Take Home Pay (based on median $78,000)
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 →
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| City | Median salary | vs Melbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne (this page) | $78,000 | 0% |
| Sydney | $80,000 | +3% |
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