Delivery Driver Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Delivery Drivers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $79,509. That sits 28% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 52 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 25% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↓ -8 listings vs last month
💰 Delivery Driver · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $79,509
Median: $65,000
Jun $60k
Jul $65k
↑ Trending up

Based on 2-month data, short-term movement only.

Mid level $55,000 – $80,000
Overall $55k–$79k Mid $55k–$80k $53k $59k $64k $70k $76k $82k
Moderate confidence 52 listings (-8 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 52 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 37.7% stated a salary directly. The remaining 62.3% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $55,000 Median  $65,000 $79,509  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

The median rose $5,000 to $65,000, bringing Melbourne into line with Brisbane, Perth and Sydney at exactly the same figure. Listings fell from 60 to 52 at the same time, so this is a rate correction rather than demand-driven growth. The national uniformity at $65,000 makes the current figure credible despite only 38% salary disclosure. Against a city median of $90,000 this is a 27.8% shortfall.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,003
Monthly (net)
~$4,344
Annual (net)
~$52,133
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,475

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 Delivery Driver in Melbourne?
Entry is $55,000, typically van or light rigid work on a standard licence. Licence class is the main lever, with truck driving in Melbourne paying $80,000, a $15,000 premium and the largest such gap in the country. Forklift tickets and dangerous goods endorsements are the other additions worth holding.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $65,000 a delivery driver earns 27.8% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week against high living costs. Every capital pays the same, so there is no better market. The clearest upgrade is a heavy vehicle licence, since Melbourne truck drivers earn $15,000 more.
How much does a Senior Delivery Driver make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $79,000, which sits just below what truck drivers earn as a median. That overlap is the point: the licence upgrade is worth more than any progression inside delivery driving. Transport supervision and dispatch coordination are the routes off the road entirely.

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Delivery Driver salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $65,000 0%
Brisbane $65,000 ~same
Perth $65,000 ~same
Sydney $65,000 ~same
Adelaide $60,000 -8%

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