QA Lead / Manager salary in Adelaide, Australia
A mid-level QA Lead / Manager in Adelaide earns a median of A$110k a year gross ($71k), from A$88k at p10 to A$130k at p90. Adelaide pays 0.90× the Australia median and 35% below the US median of $110k. About 1.5 million people live in Adelaide.
QA Lead / Manager pay by level in Adelaide
Gross annual pay in AUD. Junior A$83k, lead A$170k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | A$68k | A$83k | A$100k | $55k | |
| Mid-level | A$88k | A$110k | A$130k | $71k | |
| Senior | A$110k | A$140k | A$170k | $91k | |
| Lead | A$140k | A$170k | A$210k | $110k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Australia median (A$120k) times a 0.90 city factor. Methodology.
From gross to take-home in Adelaide
Employers in Australia usually quote annual package, usually quoted with or without 11.5% superannuation.
A generic estimate for a single mid-level earner, not tax advice.
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QA Lead / Manager salary in Adelaide: FAQ
What is the average QA Lead / Manager salary in Adelaide?
The median gross salary for a mid-level QA Lead / Manager in Adelaide is A$110k a year ($71k). The p10 is A$88k and the p90 is A$130k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Adelaide with a city factor of 0.90.
How much does a senior QA Lead / Manager make in Adelaide?
A senior QA Lead / Manager in Adelaide earns a median of A$140k ($91k), with a range of A$110k to A$170k. Leads reach A$170k and juniors start near A$83k.
What is an entry-level QA Lead / Manager salary in Adelaide?
A junior QA Lead / Manager in Adelaide earns about A$83k a year ($55k), between A$68k and A$100k. Pay rises to A$110k at mid-level.
Is Adelaide a good-paying city for QA Lead / Managers in Australia?
Adelaide ranks 5th of 5 tracked Australia cities for this role, at 0.90x the national median of A$120k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a QA Lead / Manager in Adelaide?
Roughly 71-77% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about A$78k to A$85k a year, or A$6,800 a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a QA Lead / Manager in Adelaide?
A A$110k gross salary equals about A$53 an hour on a 40-hour week (A$9,200 a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.