Service Designer Salary in Australia
In Australia, the median salary for mid‑level service designers is about A$87,000 per year. Sydney and Melbourne have higher salary figures. Regional hubs such as Brisbane and Adelaide have more modest pay levels.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$63,500 to A$78,500
Average (per year)
A$71,250
In Toowoomba, government agencies and regional health providers employ early-career designers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$80,000 to A$95,500
Average (per year)
A$87,000
Agriculture and education are supported by mid-level roles.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$96,500 to A$115,000
Average (per year)
A$106,000
Projects for employers and regional government are managed by senior designers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
A$116,000+
Principal designers work in healthcare, logistics, and education.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
A$37 - A$50
per hour
Mid-level
A$50 - A$70
per hour
Senior
A$74 - A$100
per hour
Market Overview
Tech consultancies, government agencies, and large banks actively recruit service designers across the country. Digital transformation projects in finance and health influence demand. Graduates often find entry roles in start‑ups in regional cities.