Sydney, Australia — A new snapshot of nursing salaries across Australia highlights significant regional disparities, with Queensland and the Northern Territory emerging as top-paying regions for Registered Nurses (RNs), while South Australia and Victoria offer more modest compensation.
According to recent data, Queensland leads the pack with average RN salaries reaching approximately $95,469, bolstered by competitive graduate pay in select areas. The Northern Territory follows closely, offering average salaries around $93,085, reflecting the region’s push to attract and retain healthcare professionals in remote communities.
In New South Wales, nurses earn an average of $85,813, with entry-level salaries starting at $71,890 and experienced professionals commanding upwards of $108,000. Victoria trails slightly behind, with an average RN salary of $83,548, though entry-level nurses may start at $67,759.
Western Australia presents a broad range for RNs, typically between $85,000 and $100,000, with some reports suggesting figures as high as $125,000. Enrolled Nurses (ENs) in Perth earn between $75,000 and $80,000 annually.
South Australia offers RN salaries from $70,535 to $96,242, while ENs earn between $62,642 and $71,835. Meanwhile, Tasmania provides RN salaries ranging from $75,902 to $96,423, and ENs earn between $68,000 and $81,000.
In the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Registered Nurse Level 1 positions offer salaries between $81,000 and $106,000, placing the territory in the mid-to-upper range nationally.
| State/Territory | Registered Nurse (RN) | Enrolled Nurse (EN) |
|---|---|---|
| New South Wales (NSW) | $71,890 – $108,000 (Avg: $85,813) | Not specified |
| Victoria (VIC) | $67,759 – varies (Avg: $83,548) | Not specified |
| Queensland (QLD) | Avg: $95,469 (higher graduate pay possible) | Not specified |
| Northern Territory (NT) | Avg: $93,085 | Not specified |
| Western Australia (WA) | $85,000 – $125,000 (RN); Avg: $85K–$100K | $75,000 – $80,000 |
| South Australia (SA) | $70,535 – $96,242 | $62,642 – $71,835 |
| Tasmania (TAS) | $75,902 – $96,423 | $68,000 – $81,000 |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | $81,000 – $106,000 (RN Level 1) | Not specified |
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