Software Engineer salaries in Perth range from $68,264 to $214,544 in 2026. The mid-level median is $126,776, which is 6% above the Australia national average.
Junior (0-2 yrs)
$68,264 – $97,520
Median: $82,892 · per year
Mid-Level (3-5 yrs)
$107,272 – $146,280
Median: $126,776 · per year
Senior (6+ yrs)
$151,156 – $214,544
Median: $182,850 · per year
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Estimated Software Engineer Salary in Perth, Australia
Estimated†Median: $154,813 per year (adjusted for Perth cost of living)
Junior
$82,892
0-2 yrs
Mid-Level
$126,776
3-5 yrs
Senior
$182,850
6+ yrs
| City | Mid-Level Median | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|
| Perth, Western Australia | $126,776 | moderate |
| Sydney, New South Wales | $153,088 | very high |
| Melbourne, Victoria | $138,736 | high |
| Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | $136,344 | high |
| Brisbane, Queensland | $124,384 | moderate |
| Gold Coast, Queensland | $119,600 | moderate |
| Darwin, Northern Territory | $119,600 | moderate |
City figures scale Australia’s national software engineer range by local cost of living and are estimates. Actual pay varies by employer, seniority, and total compensation.