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Salary Comparison Tool

Real 2026 salary data for 50+ professions in Ireland & Australia

⭐ This role is in high demand in Australia!

Ireland

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ENTRY LEVEL45,000
MEDIAN SALARY65,000
SENIOR LEVEL120,000

ANNUAL RANGE

45,000 - 120,000

Australia

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ENTRY LEVEL42,424
MEDIAN SALARY63,636
SENIOR LEVEL109,091

ANNUAL RANGE

42,424 - 109,091

Median Salary Difference

1,364/year

Software Developer in Australia pays 2.1% less than Ireland

That's 114/month difference

⭐ In-Demand Roles in Australia

These professions are on Australia's Skilled Occupation List - easier visa pathways

💡 Tax Considerations

Ireland: Income tax up to 52% (PAYE, USC, PRSI combined)
Australia: Income tax up to 45% + Medicare Levy (2%)

Take-home pay may vary significantly from gross salary. Use our tax calculators for accurate estimates.

Disclaimer: Salary data is based on 2026 market averages from job boards, industry surveys & government statistics. Actual salaries vary by company, experience, skills, location and negotiation. Exchange rates fluctuate daily. This tool is for estimation purposes only.

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