Store Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Store Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $70,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $60,000 and $95,000. That sits 26% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 124 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 3% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -17 listings vs last month
💰 Store Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$60,000 – $95,000
Median: $70,000
Jun $70k
Jul $70k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $60,000 – $95,000
Overall $60k–$95k Mid $60k–$95k $58k $66k $74k $81k $89k $97k
High confidence 124 listings (-17 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 124 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 31.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 68.2% 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.

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Bottom 10%  $60,000 Median  $70,000 $95,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At 124 listings this is one of Sydney's highest-volume roles, in the 97th percentile for demand, with the median fixed at $70,000. Sydney trails Adelaide at $80,000, Perth at $75,000 and Brisbane at $72,000, making it one of the weaker markets despite its size. Listings fell from 141 to 124. Assistant store managers here earn $65,000, so the promotion is worth only $5,000.

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 Sydney?
Entry is $60,000, which sits below what assistant store managers earn, confirming the two titles overlap. Format drives pay more than tenure, with grocery, hardware and automotive above fashion and specialty retail. P&L ownership and site turnover separate listings at the top of the band.
Is $70,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $70,000 a store manager earns 26.3% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, 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 Sydney is among the least rewarded management tracks in this data.
How much does a Senior Store Manager make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $95,000, higher than most cities, which suggests some multi-site and flagship roles sit in this sample. Area and multi-site management are what reach it. Operations management at $125,000 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 Sydney
Sydney (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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