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HR Manager Salary in Australia

HR managers lead hiring, culture, benefits, and employee relations. The Australia median is $145,734 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$145,734
per year
Monthly (national)
$12,144
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$145,734
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$70.06
varies by city

HR Manager salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$145,734
Canberra, ACT$145,734
Sunshine Coast, QLD$145,734
Wollongong, NSW$145,734
Hobart, TAS$145,734
Darwin, NT$145,734
Mackay, QLD$145,734
Sydney, NSW$108,953
Melbourne, VIC$106,872
Brisbane, QLD$95,074
Perth, WA$95,074
Adelaide, SA$83,277

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hr manager make in Australia?
The national median hr manager salary in Australia is about $210,000 per year ($17,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $120,000 to $210,000.
Which Australia city pays hr managers the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $210,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays hr managers the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $120,000 per year for a hr manager.
What is the typical salary range for a hr manager in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, hr manager pay commonly spans from about $78,700 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $297,800 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have hr manager salary data?
Pay by Role publishes hr manager pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is hr manager in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.