Store Manager Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Store Managers in Sydney earn a median salary of $72,970 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $85,000. That sits 23% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 140 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 3% of roles by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +19 listings vs last month
💰 Store Manager · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $85,000
Median: $72,970
Aug $75k
Sep $72k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $65,000 – $85,000
Overall $65k–$85k Mid $65k–$85k $63k $67k $72k $77k $82k $87k
High confidence 140 listings (+19 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 140 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 17.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 82.3% 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%  $65,000 Median  $72,970 $85,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

At 140 listings this is one of Sydney's highest-volume roles, up from 121, with demand in the 97th percentile. The median fell $2,030 to $72,000, leaving Sydney level with Brisbane and just behind Melbourne at $73,000. The entire national band spans $3,000. Assistant store managers in Sydney earn $65,000, so the promotion is worth $7,000. Only 18% of listings stated a salary.

Take Home Pay (based on median $72,970)

Weekly (net)
~$1,102
Monthly (net)
~$4,777
Annual (net)
~$57,328
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $81,361

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 $65,000, which is exactly what assistant store managers earn, so the promotion often begins without a pay rise. Format drives pay more than tenure, with grocery, hardware and automotive above fashion and specialty retail. Listings above the median almost always specify profit responsibility or high-turnover sites.
Is $72,970 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $72,000 a store manager earns 23.2% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,102 a week against the highest living costs in this report. The national band is so flat that no city offers a meaningful alternative. Retail management sits far below the general professional band in this city.
How much does a Senior Store Manager make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $85,000, 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 $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) $72,970 0%
Melbourne $73,750 ~same
Brisbane $72,500 ~same
Adelaide $70,000 -4%
Canberra $70,000 -4%

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