Where the VPS salary 2025 sits against the national full-time average
Victorian public service (VPS) salaries are set by the Victorian Government and are not published as a single figure for 2025. The on-site notes provide the national full-time adult ordinary-time average is $2,083.70 per week, about $108,352 per year (ABS Average Weekly Earnings, May 2026). This is the line the site's line. The Victorian full-time average is about $106,137 per year, based on the on-site notes. For comparison, the full-time median about $90,532 per year (ABS Employee earnings, August 2025). The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, $1,004.90 per week, about $52,255 per year on 38 hours (Fair Work).
How VPS salaries compare
VPS roles are classified from VPS1 to VPS6 and executive levels, each with its own salary range. The Victorian Government's wages policy and enterprise agreements determine these rates. While a precise average for VPS in 2025 is not available from the provided sources, the state full-time average for Victoria is about $106,137 per year, close to the national average of $108,352. This suggests many VPS salaries align with or slightly below the national benchmark.
For context, the ABS Employee Earnings and Hours survey (May 2025) shows median weekly earnings for all employees were $1,436, and for full-time persons $1,887. The Average Weekly Earnings release (November 2025) shows full-time adult ordinary time earnings for Victoria at $2,013.70 per week. These figures help situate VPS pay within the broader labour market.
State and territory differences
Full-time averages vary across Australia. The on-site notes list: New South Wales $109,658; Victoria $106,137; Queensland $106,064; South Australia $102,450; Western Australia $115,825; Tasmania $96,008; Northern Territory $103,173; Australian Capital Territory $119,090. VPS salaries are specific to Victoria, so the Victorian average is the most relevant comparison.
Using this site
You can place a salary on the line to see how it compares to the national full-time average. For more on how averages are calculated, see how the figures are set. The site uses the ABS Average Weekly Earnings (May 2026) as the line, with medians from ABS Employee Earnings (August 2025) and the minimum wage from Fair Work (1 July 2026).
Tax considerations
For 2026–27, resident tax rates are: nil up to $18,200; 15% from $18,201 to $45,000; 30% from $45,001 to $135,000; 37% from $135,001 to $190,000; 45% above $190,000. The Medicare levy is 2% before reductions. These apply to VPS salaries as well.
Summary
While the exact VPS salary for 2025 is not published in the provided sources, the Victorian full-time average provides a useful benchmark. Most VPS roles likely fall near the state average, which is slightly below the national full-time average. For precise VPS classification salaries, refer to the Victorian Public Sector Commission or relevant enterprise agreements.