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Copywriter Salary in Australia

Copywriters craft persuasive words for ads, websites, and brand campaigns. The Australia median is $112,423 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$112,423
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,369
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$112,423
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$54.05
varies by city

Copywriter salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$112,423
Canberra, ACT$112,423
Sunshine Coast, QLD$112,423
Wollongong, NSW$112,423
Hobart, TAS$112,423
Darwin, NT$112,423
Mackay, QLD$112,423
Sydney, NSW$83,971
Melbourne, VIC$81,889
Perth, WA$73,561
Brisbane, QLD$72,173
Adelaide, SA$66,066

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a copywriter make in Australia?
The national median copywriter salary in Australia is about $162,000 per year ($13,500 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $95,200 to $162,000.
Which Australia city pays copywriters the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $162,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays copywriters the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $95,200 per year for a copywriter.
What is the typical salary range for a copywriter in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, copywriter pay commonly spans from about $62,400 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $233,300 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have copywriter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes copywriter pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is copywriter in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related creative roles on Pay by Role include Graphic Designer, Architect, Video Editor.