Sales Executive Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Sales Executives in Sydney earn a median salary of $100,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $74,500 and $160,000. That sits 5% above Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 30 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 42th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +9 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$74,500 – $160,000

Median: $100,000

May $90k

Jun $100k

↑ Trending up

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

Mid level

$78,500 – $139,000

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% $74,500 Median $100,000 $160,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Sales executive pay in Sydney has an 85% spread ($74k to $160k), one of the widest in the batch, because commission decides the real number far more than base. The $100k median rose $10k in a month as listings grew from 21 to 30, so the market is warming. That $100k sits just 5% above the city's all-roles median, but the top decile shows where strong closers actually land.

Take Home Pay (based on median $100,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,443

Monthly (net)

~$6,253

Annual (net)

~$75,033

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $111,500

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 Sales Executive in Sydney?

A sales executive starting in Sydney earns from around $74k base. A warm pipeline, a high-value sector (technology, finance, media), and a record of hitting quota are what move earnings up the band, since employers pay for revenue rather than years and commission does the heavy lifting.

Is $100,000 a good salary in Sydney?

Depends. At $100k the median runs 5% above Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets roughly $75k after tax, but base alone understates the role: on-target earnings, not the median, decide whether it pays well. Strong performers reach the $160k top decile, so this is a role where the number depends on you, not the city.

How much does a Senior Sales Executive make in Sydney?

There is no separate senior band in this data, but the $160k top decile shows where established sales executives land. Getting there is about deal size, sector and a repeatable quota record, with the step up being Business Development Manager or Sales Manager (both $125k median) where team revenue enters the picture.

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