Store Manager Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Store Managers in Adelaide earn a median salary of $66,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $100,000. That sits 18% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000. Figures are based on 27 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 43th percentile by listing volume in Adelaide
💰 Store Manager · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $100,000
Median: $66,000
May $65k
Jun $66k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $60,000 – $100,000
Overall $60k–$100k Mid $60k–$100k $58k $67k $76k $85k $94k $103k
⚠ Low confidence 27 listings · 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Understanding the Adelaide Market

Adelaide is the cheapest capital for store managers at $66,000: Brisbane pays $71,500 and Melbourne, Perth and Sydney all sit at $70k. Pay barely moved this month (up $1,000) on flat demand. The role reads 18% below Adelaide's $80k all-roles median, standard for retail management. The wide $60k-to-$100k range shows big-format stores pay well past the median even in Adelaide.

Take Home Pay (based on median $66,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,015
Monthly (net)
~$4,398
Annual (net)
~$52,773
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $73,590

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 Store Manager in Adelaide?
Store managers in Adelaide start near the $60k p10, reaching the $66k median with experience running a store. Managing a larger or big-format store, holding full P&L and inventory responsibility, and consistently hitting sales targets are what push pay toward the $100k top. Hardware, grocery and bulky-goods chains pay above fashion and speciality retail.
Is $66,000 a good salary in Adelaide?
Depends on the store. At $66,000 the median sits 18% under Adelaide's $80k all-roles median and nets about $53k, modest for a management role, and it is the lowest capital rate for the title. That is normal for retail rather than a red flag. The range matters though: managing a big-format store reaches $100k, well above the median.
How much does a Senior Store Manager make in Adelaide?
There is no senior band here, so pay tops near the $100k p90 for those running large stores. Progression means area or regional management across several stores, or a move into retail operations. The related Operations Manager ($125k) role shows the jump, which rewards owning sales and staffing across a portfolio rather than one site.

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Store Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $66,000 —
Brisbane $71,500 +8%
Melbourne $70,000 +6%
Perth $70,000 +6%
Sydney $70,000 +6%

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