Mortgage broker salary in Australia
A mortgage broker with two to five years of experience in an Australian broking business earns $85,000 to $110,000 base, plus super, on FinTalent's FY26/27 benchmarks. Sydney pays the most, at $95,000 to $120,000, and Adelaide the least, at $75,000 to $95,000.
Mortgage broker pay by city
| Where | Base salary |
|---|---|
| National average | $85k - $110k+ Super |
| Melbourne | $90k - $115k+ Super |
| Sydney | $95k - $120k+ Super |
| Brisbane | $85k - $105k+ Super |
| Perth | $80k - $100k+ Super |
| Adelaide | $75k - $95k+ Super |
What employers advertise
In The Index, FinTalent's count of broking job ads from 23 February to 25 August 2026, the median advertised package for mortgage broker roles was $110,000 across 130 direct-employer ads. Broker packages are often quoted on target including commission, so that figure is not a base salary.
How the role is paid
Growing portfolio; base plus commission, with bonus tied to settlements above minimum KPIs.
Where the numbers come from
Source: FinTalent placement data and ABS, current to June 2026. Figures are annual base salary in Australian dollars, excluding superannuation, for roles in broking businesses rather than banks. They're the same figures as the full FY26/27 salary guide. To check a specific number, use the salary benchmarker.
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