Information Architect Salary in Australia
In Australia, mid‑level information architects earn around A$90,500 a year. Sydney firms in finance and tech influence local wages. Melbourne agencies are part of the local wage market.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$67,000 to A$81,500
Average (per year)
A$74,500
Entry roles appear in government agencies and consulting firms that have strong documentation needs.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$82,000 to A$99,000
Average (per year)
A$90,500
Mid-level Information Architects earn higher salaries on federal IT projects and public sector contracts.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$99,500 to A$120,000
Average (per year)
A$110,000
Senior specialists handle complex government systems and large‑scale digital transformation initiatives.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
A$120,000+
Principal-level professionals lead teams and strategic programs within high‑profile government departments.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
A$38 - A$51
per hour
Mid-level
A$52 - A$69
per hour
Senior
A$70 - A$94
per hour
Market Overview
Banks and mining corporations operate in Perth and Brisbane. Consultancies in Sydney provide rates for cross‑platform design work. Start‑ups operate in Melbourne.