Frequently asked questions about Data Manager salaries
The average salary for Data Manager is A$130,000 per year or A$63 per hour, with top earners making up to A$194,450 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from A$94,000 (25th percentile) to A$170,250 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 106 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Data Manager employees.
The highest salary for Data Manager is A$170,250 per year, A$14,188 per month or A$82 per hour.
The lowest salary for Data Manager is A$94,000 per year, A$7,833 per month or A$45 per hour.
Data managers salaries are high, reflecting the demand for their skillset and the barriers to entry. A bachelor’s in engineering, mathematics or computer science is required, although many firms strongly prefer candidates with work experience in a data science-related field. Candidates with a masters degree or PhD in a relevant field are also competitive to employers. Once hired, data mangers typically work full-time and are paid a salary with full benefits. Successful data managers can transition into a project manager role.