Truck Driver Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 05/07/2026

Truck Drivers in Sydney earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $57,736 and $85,000. That sits 16% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 27 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 33th percentile by listing volume in Sydney

ADVERTISED RANGE

$57,736 – $85,000

Median: $80,000

Mid level

$57,736 – $85,000

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.

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Bottom 10% $57,736 Median $80,000 $85,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Truck drivers in Sydney earn an $80k median, tying with Adelaide for the top of the national pack (Melbourne $79,040, Perth $74,100, Brisbane $70k). The $58k to $85k range tracks licence class (HR through MC) and load type. Based on a small sample of 27 listings, treat as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)

~$1,191

Monthly (net)

~$5,161

Annual (net)

~$61,933

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Truck Driver in Sydney?

A truck driver starting in Sydney can begin near the $58k floor with a lower licence class. An HC or MC licence, dangerous-goods or tanker endorsements, and long-haul or specialised freight work are what lift pay toward the $85k top of the band.

Is $80,000 a good salary in Sydney?

Depends. At $80k the median sits 16% below Sydney's $95k all-roles median and nets around $62k, modest against Sydney living costs. That gap is normal for driving work, but Sydney pays truck drivers as well as anywhere in the country, so the licence class you hold matters more than the city.

How much does a Senior Truck Driver make in Sydney?

There is no senior band for this role, and the $85k top decile is near the ceiling. Progression is licence-driven: an MC licence, tanker or dangerous-goods endorsements, or a move into owner-driver or logistics-coordination work is what lifts earnings beyond the standard band.

Other roles in Sydney

Truck Driver salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$80,000	—
Adelaide	$80,000	~same
Melbourne	$79,040	~same
Perth	$74,100	-7%
Brisbane	$70,000	-12%

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