Storeperson Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Storepersons in Adelaide earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $71,750. That sits 20% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,749. Figures are based on 74 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 2% of roles by listing volume in Adelaide ↑ +19 listings vs last month
💰 Storeperson · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $71,750
Median: $65,000
Aug $63k
Sep $65k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $55,000 – $72,000
Overall $55k–$71k Mid $55k–$72k $53k $57k $61k $65k $69k $74k
Moderate confidence 74 listings (+19 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 74 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 23.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 76.3% 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%  $55,000 Median  $65,000 $71,750  Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

The median rose $1,768 to $65,000, bringing Adelaide level with Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney and the Gold Coast, which all sit at exactly the same figure. Listings grew from 55 to 74 and demand now sits in the 98th percentile. The 26% spread is narrow, and what separates the ends is licensing rather than seniority. Only 24% of listings stated a salary, though the complete national uniformity makes the rate credible.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,003
Monthly (net)
~$4,344
Annual (net)
~$52,133
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,475

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 Storeperson in Adelaide?
Entry is $55,000, generally picking and packing without a forklift ticket. An LF licence is the single most valuable addition and moves a worker to $70,000, which is what forklift operators earn in the same city. Cold chain, dangerous goods and inventory system experience are the next steps up.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Adelaide?
No, and it is not designed to be. At $65,000 a storeperson earns 19.5% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week. Six markets pay the identical figure, so there is no better city for this work, and Adelaide's low living costs make it go further than the same wage in Sydney. The forklift licence is the cheapest available upgrade, worth $5,000.
How much does a Senior Storeperson make in Adelaide?
The ceiling is $71,000, which is a narrow top for a role with this much volume. Warehouse supervision, inventory control and dispatch coordination are what reach it. Truck driving at $80,000 is the largest available step and needs a licence rather than a promotion.

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Storeperson salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $65,000 0%
Brisbane $65,000 ~same
Gold Coast $65,000 ~same
Melbourne $65,000 ~same
Perth $65,000 ~same

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