Pay by Role
Country report
Australia flag

Salaries in Australia

Average Australian pay across 75 careers and 12 cities. Source figures are in AUD.

Showing amounts in USD (USD default; source data is AUD). FX as of Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:02:31 +0000. Convert currencies

Cities in Australia

Salaries by job in Australia

Technology

Healthcare

Finance & Business

Education

Engineering

Skilled Trades

Legal

Creative

Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary in Australia?
It depends on the role. Pay by Role tracks 75 careers in Australia; for example Radiologist averages about $691,000 per year while a mid-ranked role like Architect is around $223,000.
What is the highest-paying job in Australia?
Among roles we cover, Radiologist leads at about $691,000 per year. See the full ranking of highest-paying jobs in Australia.
How many cities have salary data in Australia?
We publish salaries for 12 cities in Australia, each with local pay context in AUD.
Are Australia salaries shown before or after tax?
Figures are gross (pre-tax) averages in AUD. Use the salary calculator for a simplified take-home estimate.
How often is Australia salary data updated?
Pay by Role refreshes figures from public labour-market APIs on a regular cadence. Treat every number as an estimate for research, not a job offer.