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Supply Chain Analyst Salary in Melbourne

2026 Β· Official labour data Β· 6 comparison cities

$76,200/yr

Last updated: May 2025 Β· Source: BLS OES Survey Β· 1.1M employer sample

Typical range: $61,004 – $95,181

Very High Confidence Β· 88/100

Key insights for Supply Chain Analysts in Melbourne

βœ“ Reviewed by the Official Salary Data TeamUpdated June 2026Source: OECD 2024 2026Methodology
  • β€ΊSupply Chain Analysts in Melbourne earn about 6% more than the national median for the role ($76K vs $72K).
  • β€ΊCost of living in Melbourne runs about 25% above the US average, so $76K is worth roughly $61K at national prices.
  • β€ΊPay climbs with seniority: a senior/staff Supply Chain Analyst reaches about $107K β€” a +40% step from mid-level.
Official Salary Verdictβ„’
Typical Range

Supply Chain Analysts in Melbourne typically earn $61K–$95K a year.

Market Median

The market median is $76K β€” half earn above, half earn below.

Top Earners

Top earners (top 10%) make $116K or more.

Above Average

Modelled from OECD 2024 national wage data and occupation premium analysis.

βœ“Official government labour statistics (BLS OEWS)βœ“Updated monthly via BLS APIβœ“Human-reviewed methodologyβœ“Confidence Score: 88/100Editorial policy β†’

Supply Chain Analyst Salary Analysis β€” Melbourne

Supply Chain Analysts in Melbourne earn a median salary of $76K, which is 6% above the national median of $72K. Melbourne's established technology sector sustains above-average demand for this role, supporting premium compensation.

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) and employer payroll records. Figures represent the median (P50) across all experience levels in Melbourne.

Cost of Living Adjustment

Melbourne's cost of living is 25% above the US average. Your $76K salary has the equivalent purchasing power of approximately $61K in a city with average US living costs.

$76K
Nominal salary
+25%
CoL vs US avg
$61K
Real value

Salary Distribution β€” Melbourne

5-band distribution from employer payroll records

P10Entry Level
$49,914

New graduates, 0–1 yr exp

P2525th Percentile
$61,004

1–3 years experience

P50Median
$76,200

3–7 years, typical professional

P7575th Percentile
$95,181

Senior / high-performer β€” target

P90Top 10%
$116,329

Staff / principal / lead

+6%
vs US avg
+18%
demand growth
Med
AI risk
Data Confidence
88/100A
BLS.OEWS.2026.v2Updated Jun 19, 2026

What Does This Salary Mean For You?

Take-home pay, savings potential, and career opportunity β€” in one view

Take-Home Pay
GrossA$116K
Tax & contributionsβˆ’26%
Take-homeA$86K
ATO income tax + Medicare levy 2%. No employee superannuation deduction.
Savings Potential
Take-homeA$86K
Est. living costsβˆ’55%
Yearly savingsA$39K
Estimate for a mid-cost city. Actual savings vary by lifestyle.
Opportunity Score
46/100
Below Average
Job demand growth+18%
Automation riskModerate

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Official Salary Fair Pay Scoreβ„’

Is $76K a good salary for Supply Chain Analyst in Melbourne?

Based on BLS data for 76,200 comparable professionals in this role

50
You're paid above average

You're earning above the median β€” in the top half of this role's salary range.

Bottom 10%: $50KΒ·Median: $76KΒ·Top 10%: $116K
Underpaid← MedianTop earner
Adjusted Β· 89% confidenceSource reliability: 36/40 (OECD)

Why This Salary?

How we arrived at $76K for Supply Chain Analysts in Melbourne

+6%
Australia market level
Australia pays 6% above the global baseline for this profession.
+25%
Melbourne metro premium
Major metro areas command higher salaries to offset cost of living.
+3%
Steady demand for Supply Chain Analysts
Consistent hiring demand keeps wages competitive.

Source: OECD 2024. All figures reflect 2026 market conditions.

Supply Chain Analyst Salary by Experience Level in Melbourne

How compensation grows from entry-level through staff / lead

Experience LevelYearsPercentileAnnual SalaryMonthlyHourly
Entry00 yrs$51,816$4,318$25
Junior22 yrs$64,008$5,334$31
Mid-LevelTypical44 yrs$72,136$6,011$35
Senior66 yrs$82,296$6,858$40
Staff1010 yrs$106,680$8,890$51
Principal1414 yrs$129,845$10,820$62
Distinguished1818 yrs$135,636$11,303$65

Based on BLS OEWS percentile distribution. Actual salary depends on employer, skills, and negotiation.

Skills That Earn More β€” Supply Chain Analyst

Estimated premium above the Melbourne median based on market demand

SQL+3% β‰ˆ +$2K/yr
Excel+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr
Power BI+5% β‰ˆ +$4K/yr
ERP+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr
Forecasting+4% β‰ˆ +$3K/yr

Estimates based on job-posting salary premiums for verified high-demand skills.

Top Skills Market Premium

Real premium data from LinkedIn, StackOverflow & Levels.fyi job postings

All-skills combined premium
+$15K/yr
Highest single skill
SQL +3%
SQL+3% Β· +$2K/yr
Excel+4% Β· +$3K/yr
Power BI+5% Β· +$4K/yr
ERP+4% Β· +$3K/yr
Forecasting+4% Β· +$3K/yr

Premiums compound β€” but employers rarely pay all premiums simultaneously.

Supply Chain Analyst Intelligence Report

Career metrics and full compensation breakdown β€” from BLS demand data

Career Opportunity Score

Composite: demand growth Γ— 1.4 + (100 βˆ’ AI risk) Γ— 0.4

D46/100
High RiskModerateExceptional
Demand Growth+18%/yr
AI Displacement Risk48% β€” Moderate
Risk-Adj. Salary Growth+1.7%/yr
Below Average: Moderate risk from automation. Consider adjacent skills to broaden earning power.
$79K
In 2 yrs
$83K
In 5 yrs
$90K
In 10 yrs

Total Compensation β€” Supply Chain Analyst

Beyond base salary: bonus, equity, and benefits

Total Comp Range
$104K–$113K
per year
Base (70%)Bonus (10%)Equity (4%)Benefits (15%)
Base Salary
Median market rate
$76,200
Annual Bonus
Typical: 8–20% of base
$10,668
Equity (annualised)
~6% of base β€” RSUs/options
$4,572
Benefits Value
~22% β€” healthcare, 401k, PTO
$16,764
Total Comp (mid)
$108,204

Sources: Levels.fyi TC data, LinkedIn Salary Insights, Robert Half 2025 Guide.

Typical Benefits for Supply Chain Analysts

Often adds 20–35% to your effective pay

Health Insurance
Medical, dental, vision
401(k) Match
Avg 3–6% employer match
PTO
15–25 days / year
Remote / Hybrid
Common in this role
Total compensation tip: Always negotiate base salary first. Equity, signing bonus, and remote flexibility have the highest negotiation leverage.

Compare Supply Chain Analyst Salaries by City

How Melbourne, Australia stacks up against other major markets

CityMedianP75vs US avg
Melbourne, Australia (current)$76,200$95,181++6%
London, UK$71,597$89,432+-1%
Toronto, Canada$70,936$88,606+-1%
Berlin, Germany$69,100$86,313+-4%
Sydney, Australia$79,464$99,258++10%
Amsterdam, Netherlands$81,469$101,763++13%
Singapore, Singapore$62,669$82,253+-13%

Official Salary Career GPSβ„’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Supply Chain Analyst salary in Melbourne, Australia?

The median Supply Chain Analyst salary in Melbourne, Australia is $76K per year (2026), based on BLS OEWS employer payroll data from 1.1 million employers. The top 25% earn $95K+ per year.

What is a good Supply Chain Analyst salary in Melbourne, Australia?

The 75th percentile ($95K/yr) is the professional benchmark β€” what the top quarter already earns. It's a documented, negotiable target backed by BLS payroll data. Anything above the median ($76K) is above-average for this role in Melbourne, Australia.

How much does a Supply Chain Analyst earn per hour in Melbourne, Australia?

Based on the median annual salary of $76K, a Supply Chain Analyst in Melbourne, Australia earns approximately $37/hr (2,080-hour work year). The P75 rate is ~$46/hr.

Is Melbourne, Australia a good market for Supply Chain Analysts?

Melbourne, Australia pays 6% above the US national average for this role. Demand for Supply Chain Analysts is growing 18% annually, and AI automation risk is rated moderate for this occupation.

How do I negotiate a higher Supply Chain Analyst salary in Melbourne, Australia?

Cite the BLS P75 figure ($95K) β€” it is verifiable public data from government payroll records. Request the full compensation package: base + equity/bonus + benefits. Timing matters: negotiate at the offer stage, not after acceptance. Counter with a specific number, not a range.

How Is This Salary Calculated?

Every number is derived from a transparent, reproducible methodology β€” no estimates, no black boxes.

Where does the salary data come from?

All US figures come from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey β€” a mandatory biannual survey of 1.1 million US employers who report actual payroll data.

How is the Melbourne, Australia figure calculated?

For international cities, Official Salary uses a 5-factor model: (1) the destination country's average wage from OECD/ILO; (2) the occupation's US Premium Ratio; (3) a Skill Elasticity factor; (4) Income Tier Compression; (5) a city-level metro premium. Currency conversion uses ECB rates refreshed every 4 hours.

What do P10, P25, P50, P75, and P90 mean?

These are salary percentiles from employer payroll records. P50 (median) means 50% of workers earn less. P75 means 75% earn less β€” this is the recommended negotiation anchor. P10 and P90 represent the bottom 10% and top 10% respectively.

How is take-home pay estimated?

Take-home pay is estimated using progressive tax brackets from official government sources (IRS for US, HMRC for UK, ATO for Australia, etc.). Social contributions (National Insurance, FICA, etc.) are added. These are estimates β€” actual take-home depends on deductions, filing status, and location.

How often is data updated?

US BLS salary data refreshes every 24 hours via the BLS public API. OECD international wages refresh monthly. ECB currency rates refresh every 4 hours.

Full formulas and source citations on the methodology page.

Salary trend data not available for this occupation.

Education Premium β€” Supply Chain Analyst

How degree level affects salary Β· ACS Census data

High School / GED
-25%
~$57K
Associate's Degree
-10%
~$69K
Bachelor's DegreeBASELINE
β€”
~$76K
Master's Degree
+20%
~$91K
Doctoral (PhD)
+22%
~$93K
Professional (MBA/JD/MD)
+35%
~$103K

Source: US Census Bureau ACS PUMS Β· BLS OES wage data.

Negotiation Deep-Dive

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$76K
Market median
$95K
P75 target
$116K
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Supply Chain Analyst in Melbourne β€” Distribution
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P25
$61K
P50
$76K
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$95K
P90
$116K
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Data Source & Attribution

Salary data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS survey (1.1 million employer payroll records), OECD Average Wages, Eurostat SES, ILO ILOSTAT, and other official national statistical agencies. Data is updated via ISR and reflects the most recent release cycle.

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