Data Analyst Salary Australia: How State and Industry Shape Your Pay

Data Analyst Salary Australia: What the Numbers Really Say

If you're searching for a data analyst salary Australia figure, you might expect a single number. But Australian pay is rarely that simple. The Australian Bureau of Statistics doesn't publish a specific average for data analysts. Instead, you can use the Salary Index to understand where any salary sits against the national line.

The National Line: Index 100

The index baseline is full-time adult ordinary-time earnings: $2,083.70 per week, or $108,352 annualised (ABS Average Weekly Earnings, May 2026). That's index 100. Men average $2,181 per week (index 104.7), women $1,934.50 (index 92.8). Your data analyst salary might be above or below this line depending on where you work and what you do.

State Differences Matter

Where you live changes your earning power. The states page shows indices for each state and territory. For example:

• ACT: 109.9 (annualised $119,090)
• WA: 106.9 ($115,825)
• NSW: 101.2 ($109,658)
• VIC: 98.0 ($106,137)
• QLD: 97.9 ($106,064)
• SA: 94.6 ($102,450)
• NT: 95.2 ($103,173)
• TAS: 88.6 ($96,008)

A data analyst in Canberra could expect pay about 10% above the national average, while one in Hobart might be 11% below. But these are overall averages – your actual salary depends on your employer and industry.

Industry: The Bigger Factor

Industry often matters more than state. The industries page lists indices for major sectors. Data analysts work across many industries, but the most common is Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, with an index of 114.7. That means typical pay in that industry is 14.7% above the national line. Other relevant industries:

• Mining: 154.7 (highest)
• Education and Training: 105.5
• Health Care and Social Assistance: 97.8
• Retail Trade: 75.9
• Accommodation and Food Services: 72.5

If you're a data analyst in mining, your salary could be well above $108,352. In retail, it might be below. The index helps you compare.

How to Use the Index for Your Salary

Take your yearly gross salary (before tax and super). Divide by $108,352, then multiply by 100. That's your index number. For example:

• $80,000 salary: index 73.8 (below national line)
• $110,000 salary: index 101.5 (just above)
• $150,000 salary: index 138.4 (well above)

You can then compare your index to state and industry benchmarks. If you're in Victoria (index 98) working in Professional Services (114.7), your personal index might fall somewhere between.

Awards and Minimums

Data analysts are often not covered by a specific award. If you're junior or in a role covered by the Professional Employees Award, minimum rates apply. The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour ($52,255 annualised, index 48.2). Entry-level award floors start at $25.74 per hour. Most data analysts earn well above these minimums.

Super and Tax

Super guarantee is 12% from 1 July 2026, on top of your gross salary. For tax, resident rates 2026–27 (excluding Medicare): nil up to $18,200; 15% to $45,000; 30% to $135,000; 37% to $190,000; 45% above. Add 2% Medicare levy. Take-home pay estimates can be made using these brackets, but ignore HELP, salary sacrifice, and surcharges.

Putting It Together

There's no single answer for data analyst salary Australia. But by using the how the index works page, you can benchmark any offer or current pay. State and industry indices give you context. For example, a data analyst in Western Australia (index 106.9) working in mining (154.7) would likely earn significantly more than one in Tasmania (88.6) in retail (75.9).

What the Search Found

A search of public sources (ABS, Fair Work Ombudsman, Fair Work Commission, ATO) returned no specific data analyst salary figure. The ABS publishes broad occupational earnings, but data analyst isn't a standalone category in their latest release. The best you can do is use the indices above as a guide.

Final Thoughts

When you see a salary advertised, don't just look at the dollar amount. Ask: how does it compare to the national line? What's the state index? What industry? The Salary Index gives you a consistent way to answer those questions. For more, see topics on related pay guides.

FAQs

What is the average data analyst salary in Australia?

No official average is published. Use the index to compare any salary against $108,352 (index 100). A salary of $95,000 is index 87.7, below average. Actual figures vary widely.

How does state affect a data analyst salary in Australia?

State indices show overall earnings differences. ACT (109.9) and WA (106.9) are above national; Tasmania (88.6) is below. Your data analyst salary will likely reflect these patterns, but industry is also key.

Which industry pays data analysts the most in Australia?

Mining (index 154.7) and Professional Services (114.7) are high-paying. Retail (75.9) and Accommodation (72.5) are lower. Check industries for full list.