Teacher Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Teachers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $109,883 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $98,500 and $153,661. That sits 22% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 33 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 49th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +11 listings vs last month
💰 Teacher · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$98,500 – $153,661
Median: $109,883
Jun $100k
Jul $109k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $98,500 – $156,320
Overall $98k–$153k Mid $98k–$156k $95k $108k $121k $134k $147k $161k
Moderate confidence 33 listings (+11 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 33 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 51.5% stated a salary directly. The remaining 48.5% 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%  $98,500 Median  $109,883 $153,661  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

The median rose $9,883 to $109,000, a 10% increase, with listings growing from 22 to 33. At 52% salary disclosure the rise has reasonable support behind it. No other city carries enough listings under this title to compare, so the useful contrast is internal: early childhood educators in Melbourne earn $76,000, putting the teaching qualification at a $33,000 premium. The 50% spread reflects the distance between graduate teachers and senior or leadership classifications.

Take Home Pay (based on median $109,883)

Weekly (net)
~$1,567
Monthly (net)
~$6,792
Annual (net)
~$81,506
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $122,519

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 Teacher in Melbourne?
The $98,000 floor assumes a teaching degree and VIT registration, so there is no informal entry. Graduate teacher classifications are set by the Victorian schools agreement rather than negotiated. Subject specialisation in mathematics, science and special education is what attracts incentives at the entry end.
Is $109,883 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $109,000 a teacher earns 22.1% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,567 a week against high living costs. It also rose 10% this month, so the direction is favourable. Within education it sits $33,000 above early childhood educator work.
How much does a Senior Teacher make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $153,000, reached through leading teacher, learning specialist or assistant principal classifications rather than years alone. Movement is through the classification structure, so formal progression rather than negotiation determines pay. Principal roles sit above this range but appear rarely in advertised listings.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.