Store Manager Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Store Managers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $70,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $88,092. That sits 22% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 110 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 3% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +7 listings vs last month
💰 Store Manager · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $88,092
Median: $70,000
Jun $70k
Jul $70k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $60,000 – $88,092
Overall $60k–$88k Mid $60k–$88k $58k $64k $71k $77k $84k $90k
High confidence 110 listings (+7 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 110 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 24.3% stated a salary directly. The remaining 75.7% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10%  $60,000 Median  $70,000 $88,092  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

At 110 listings this is one of Melbourne's highest-volume roles, sitting in the 97th percentile for demand with the median fixed at $70,000. Melbourne trails Adelaide at $80,000, Perth at $75,000 and Brisbane at $72,000, making it one of the weaker markets despite its size. Assistant store managers here earn $65,000, so the promotion is worth only $5,000. Only 24% of listings stated a salary.

Take Home Pay (based on median $70,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,065
Monthly (net)
~$4,615
Annual (net)
~$55,383
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $78,050

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 Melbourne?
Entry is $60,000, which is below what assistant store managers earn, confirming that the two titles overlap heavily. Format drives pay more than tenure, with grocery, hardware and automotive above fashion and specialty retail. P&L ownership and site turnover are what separate listings at the top of the band.
Is $70,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $70,000 a store manager earns 22.2% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,065 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Adelaide pays $10,000 more at far lower costs. Retail management in Melbourne is among the least rewarded management tracks in this data.
How much does a Senior Store Manager make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $88,000, which is low for a management title and reflects single-site scope. Area and multi-site management are what reach beyond it. Operations management at $145,000 is where retail careers continue if you can move out of store-level work.

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Store Manager salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $70,000 0%
Adelaide $80,000 +14%
Perth $75,000 +7%
Brisbane $72,500 +4%
Gold Coast $70,000 ~same

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