Nurse salary in Adelaide

Australia · Tier 2 · Demand: Very High

Entry-level
$53k
per year (USD)
Median
$70k
per year (USD)
Senior
$98k
per year (USD)

About Nurse salaries in Adelaide

Nurses in Adelaide, Australia earn a median of approximately $70k per year. Compensation reflects local cost of living (index 85 vs NYC 100) and the city's Tier 2 status. Demand is rated very high across multinational and local employers.

Take-home estimate

Applying Australia's top marginal rate of 45%, a median earner takes home roughly $39k annually — though most professionals fall into a lower effective bracket.

Hiring landscape

Multinational firms and local employers in Adelaide actively recruit nurses. Set up alerts on CosmoQuick to receive curated opportunities matched to your seniority and target city.

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FAQs

What is the salary of a Nurse in Adelaide?+

The median salary for a Nurse in Adelaide is approximately $70k per year (~$5,833/month).

Is Adelaide a good city to work as a Nurse?+

Adelaide offers very high demand for nurses. Tier-2 cities in Australia typically combine strong compensation with diverse employer choice.

How much can a senior Nurse earn in Adelaide?+

Senior nurses in Adelaide earn up to $98k annually.

Is the salary enough to live comfortably in Adelaide?+

Estimated monthly cost of living in Adelaide is around $3,230. A median nurse salary covers this comfortably.

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