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IT manager salary in Australia

How much does an IT Manager make in Australia?

Average base salary

$116,280

The average salary for a it manager is $116,280 per year in Australia. 57 salaries reported, updated at 3 October 2026

IT Manager job openings in Australia

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IT & Security Manager
Open Point
Fitzroy VIC
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for IT Manager in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Sydney Catholic Schools
 
$193,793per year
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Accenture
 
$180,500per year
Woolworths Group Limited
 
$167,500per year
Macquarie Group
 
$162,000per year
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
 
$160,833per year
Forsythes Recruitment
 
$160,000per year

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Highest paying cities near Australia for IT Managers

  1. Canberra ACT
    $149,980 per year
  2. Brisbane QLD
    $135,266 per year
  3. Hobart TAS
    $131,646 per year
  4. Gold Coast QLD
    $128,986 per year
  5. Sydney NSW
    $125,970 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about IT Manager

The average salary for an IT Manager is $116,280 per year in Australia. This figure is based on 57 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 3 October 2026.

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IT Manager salaries typically range between a low of $80,713 and a high of $167,519 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for IT Manager include Canberra ACT at $149,980 per year, Brisbane QLD at $135,266 per year and Hobart TAS at $131,646 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for IT Manager include Sydney Catholic Schools ($193,793 per year) and Accenture ($180,500 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average IT Manager salary compares to related positions:

  • Junior IT Manager: Average $64,597 per year
  • Senior IT Manager: Average $142,236 per year

How much do similar professions as IT Manager get paid in Australia?

Junior IT Manager

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Average $64,597 per year