As of August 2023, the mean weekly earnings of full-time employees in Australia were 1,885.6 Australian dollars. This is an increase of 62 Australian dollars a week.

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Wages in Australia increased to 1510.90 AUD/Week in the fourth quarter of 2024 from 1480.90 AUD/Week in the second quarter of 2024. This dataset provides - Australia Average Weekly Wages - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

As of August 2023, the median weekly earnings of employees in Australia were 1,300 Australian dollars. Since August 1975, the median weekly earnings of employees in Australia have increased more than ten-fold.

Key information about Australia Monthly Earnings

• Australia Monthly Earnings stood at 4,026 USD in Nov 2024, compared with the previous figure of 3,903 USD in May 2024
• Australia Monthly Earnings data is updated semiannually, available from May 2012 to Nov 2024, with an average number of 3,740 USD
• The data reached the an all-time high of 4,560 USD in May 2013 and a record low of 3,344 USD in Nov 2015

CEIC calculates Monthly Earnings from Average Weekly Earnings multiplied by 4 and converts it into USD. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides Average Weekly Earnings in local currency. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Monthly Earnings are in biannual frequency, ending in May and November of each year.


Further information about Australia Monthly Earnings

• In the latest reports, Australia Population reached 27 million people in Dec 2023
• Unemployment Rate of Australia increased to 4 % in Jan 2025
• The country's Labour Force Participation Rate dropped to 67 % in Jan 2025

Explore the progression of average salaries for graduates in The University Of Melbourne from 2020 to 2023 through this detailed chart. It compares these figures against the national average for all graduates, offering a comprehensive look at the earning potential of The University Of Melbourne relative to other fields. This data is essential for students assessing the return on investment of their education in The University Of Melbourne, providing a clear picture of financial prospects post-graduation.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median income data over a decade or more for males and females categorized by Total, Full-Time Year-Round (FT), and Part-Time (PT) employment in Melbourne. It showcases annual income, providing insights into gender-specific income distributions and the disparities between full-time and part-time work. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into gender-based pay disparity trends and explore the variations in income for male and female individuals.

Key observations: Insights from 2023

Based on our analysis ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates, we present the following observations: - All workers, aged 15 years and older: In Melbourne, the median income for all workers aged 15 years and older, regardless of work hours, was $28,500 for males and $19,909 for females.

These income figures indicate a substantial gender-based pay disparity, showcasing a gap of approximately 30% between the median incomes of males and females in Melbourne. With women, regardless of work hours, earning 70 cents to each dollar earned by men, this income disparity reveals a concerning trend toward wage inequality that demands attention in thecity of Melbourne.

- Full-time workers, aged 15 years and older: In Melbourne, among full-time, year-round workers aged 15 years and older, males earned a median income of $63,750, while females earned $50,500, leading to a 21% gender pay gap among full-time workers. This illustrates that women earn 79 cents for each dollar earned by men in full-time roles. This analysis indicates a widening gender pay gap, showing a substantial income disparity where women, despite working full-time, face a more significant wage discrepancy compared to men in the same roles.

Remarkably, across all roles, including non-full-time employment, women displayed a similar gender pay gap percentage. This indicates a consistent gender pay gap scenario across various employment types in Melbourne, showcasing a consistent income pattern irrespective of employment status.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Gender classifications include:

• Male
• Female

Employment type classifications include:

• Full-time, year-round: A full-time, year-round worker is a person who worked full time (35 or more hours per week) and 50 or more weeks during the previous calendar year.
• Part-time: A part-time worker is a person who worked less than 35 hours per week during the previous calendar year.

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column presents the data year. Expected values are 2010 to 2023
• Male Total Income: Annual median income, for males regardless of work hours
• Male FT Income: Annual median income, for males working full time, year-round
• Male PT Income: Annual median income, for males working part time
• Female Total Income: Annual median income, for females regardless of work hours
• Female FT Income: Annual median income, for females working full time, year-round
• Female PT Income: Annual median income, for females working part time

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Melbourne median household income by race. You can refer the same here

As of August 2023, the Australian Capital Territory had the highest mean weekly earnings of employees, with 1729.4 Australian dollars per week. Tasmania had the lowest mean weekly earnings, at 1358.7 Australian dollars per week.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the median household income across different racial categories in Melbourne. It portrays the median household income of the head of household across racial categories (excluding ethnicity) as identified by the Census Bureau. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into economic disparities and trends and explore the variations in median houshold income for diverse racial categories.

Key observations

Based on our analysis of the distribution of Melbourne population by race & ethnicity, the population is predominantly White. This particular racial category constitutes the majority, accounting for 91.09% of the total residents in Melbourne. Notably, the median household income for White households is $66,875. Interestingly, White is both the largest group and the one with the highest median household income, which stands at $66,875.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Racial categories include:

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian and Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
• Some other race
• Two or more races (multiracial)

Variables / Data Columns

• Race of the head of household: This column presents the self-identified race of the household head, encompassing all relevant racial categories (excluding ethnicity) applicable in Melbourne.
• Median household income: Median household income, adjusting for inflation, presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Melbourne median household income by race. You can refer the same here

The average yearly salary in Australia is around $69,193, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Salaries can vary widely based on profession and location. The following is an overview of the average monthly salaries across various Australian states and territories:

As of August 2023, the median hourly earnings of employees in Australia were 39.5 Australian dollars. Since August 2000, the median hourly earnings of employees in Australia have increased by over 23 Australian dollars.

Graph and download economic data for Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Federal Government Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) (ENUC373440110) from Q1 1990 to Q4 2024 about Palm Bay, establishments, average, federal, FL, wages, government, employment, and USA.

The Average Salary chart presents a clear visualization of the salary progression for graduates from The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne from 2020 to 2023, illustrating the yearly average salary trends. Additionally, the chart compares these figures with the overall average salary trends of graduates from all schools, providing a comprehensive view of how The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne’s graduates stand in terms of earning potential relative to their peers nationwide. This data is crucial for prospective students assessing the ROI of their education at The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne.

Average Annualised Wage Increases: Federal Agreement: Current: South Australia data was reported at 4.200 % in Dec 2024. This records an increase from the previous number of 4.100 % for Sep 2024. Average Annualised Wage Increases: Federal Agreement: Current: South Australia data is updated quarterly, averaging 3.650 % from Mar 2005 (Median) to Dec 2024, with 80 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 4.900 % in Dec 2005 and a record low of 2.500 % in Sep 2022. Average Annualised Wage Increases: Federal Agreement: Current: South Australia data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Department of Employment and Workplace Relations. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Australia – Table AU.G107: Average Annualized Wage Increases: Federal Agreement: by State.

Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Total Covered Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) was 1318.39288 $ per Week in October of 2024, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Total Covered Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) reached a record high of 1330.09216 in January of 2024 and a record low of 439.79176 in April of 1990. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Total Covered Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on June of 2025.

Key information about Australia Household Income per Capita

• Australia Annual Household Income per Capita reached 30,914.027 USD in Jun 2020, compared with the previous value of 34,767.371 USD in Jun 2018.
• Australia Annual Household Income per Capita data is updated yearly, available from Jun 1995 to Jun 2020, with an averaged value of 25,207.153 USD.
• The data reached an all-time high of 43,819.349 USD in Jun 2012 and a record low of 15,753.318 USD in Jun 2001.
• In the latest reports, Retail Sales of Australia grew 4.217 % YoY in May 2023.

CEIC calculates Annual Household Income per Capita from annual Weekly Average Household Income multiplied by 52, annual Number of Household and quarterly Total Population and converts it into USD. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides Average Household Income in local currency, Number of Household and Total Population. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Household Income per Capita is in annual frequency, ending in June of each year. Household Income per Capita prior to 2008 based on 2017-2018 price.

Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Private Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) was 1277.00000 $ per Week in July of 2024, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Private Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) reached a record high of 1371.00000 in January of 2024 and a record low of 425.00000 in April of 1990. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Private Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on June of 2025.

Average Weekly Wages for Employees in State Government Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) was 1005.00000 $ per Week in July of 2024, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Average Weekly Wages for Employees in State Government Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) reached a record high of 1005.00000 in July of 2024 and a record low of 0.00000 in October of 1997. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Average Weekly Wages for Employees in State Government Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on June of 2025.

Since August 1986, the mean weekly earnings of female, part-time employees in Australia have exceeded those of their male equivalents. In August 2023, at 783.1 Australian dollars, the mean weekly earnings of a female part-time employee in Australia were 61.4 Australian dollars more than an equivalent male's weekly earnings.

Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Local Government Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) was 950.00000 $ per Week in July of 2024, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Local Government Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) reached a record high of 1170.00000 in April of 2024 and a record low of 321.00000 in July of 1990. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Average Weekly Wages for Employees in Local Government Establishments in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL (MSA) - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on June of 2025.