Truck Driver Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Truck Drivers in Adelaide earn a median salary of $77,143 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,218 and $98,000. That is broadly in line with Adelaide's all-roles median of $78,571. Figures are based on 22 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

💰 Truck Driver · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,218 – $98,000
Median: $77,143
Mid level $65,218 – $98,000
Overall $65k–$98k Mid $65k–$98k $63k $70k $78k $85k $93k $100k
⚠ Low confidence 22 listings · 20/05/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

Understanding the Adelaide Market

Truck drivers in Adelaide earn a median of $77,143, 1.8% below the city's all-roles median and the highest of the three cities with data (Melbourne $80,000, Adelaide $77,143, Brisbane $71,136). No prior month data is available. The $65,218 to $98,000 range (42.5% spread) captures multi-combination rigid truck drivers at the floor and B-double or road train operators on long-haul interstate routes at the ceiling. Adelaide's position as a major freight hub, connecting east and west coast rail and road networks, sustains demand for heavy vehicle operators across multiple licence categories.

Take Home Pay (based on median $77,143)

Weekly (net)
~$1,155
Monthly (net)
~$5,005
Annual (net)
~$60,062

Calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, assuming no HECS debt and full Australian residency. Does not include superannuation, bonuses, or equity. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Truck Driver in Adelaide?
Entry-level truck drivers in Adelaide typically earn $65,218 to $72,000. An MR or HR heavy vehicle licence is the entry requirement; MC (multi-combination) licence unlocks the upper range of the market significantly. Dangerous goods (DG) endorsement adds immediate earning power, most chemical and fuel operators in Adelaide require it and pay a premium from day one for licensed drivers.
Is $77,143 a good salary in Adelaide?
Yes, particularly given Adelaide's low cost-of-living. At $77,143 in one of Australia's cheapest major cities, a truck driver has genuinely strong purchasing power, well above what the same salary delivers in Melbourne or Sydney. The role earns slightly below Adelaide's all-roles median, but the effective take-home position is among the better blue-collar outcomes in South Australia.
How much does a Senior Truck Driver make in Adelaide?
Senior truck drivers in Adelaide earn $85,000 to $98,000, primarily B-double and road train operators on interstate freight runs or experienced multi-combination operators at major logistics employers (Linfox, Toll, Visy) with enterprise agreements above the Road Transport Award. Moving to a Transport Supervisor or Fleet Coordinator role, accessible with 5 to 8 years of heavy vehicle experience, delivers $95,000 to $115,000 in Adelaide's logistics sector.

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