Delivery Driver Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Delivery Drivers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $60,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $50,000 and $69,244. That sits 37% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 60 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 17% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +1 listings vs last month
💰 Delivery Driver · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,000 – $69,244
Median: $60,000
May $60k
Jun $60k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $50,000 – $69,244
Overall $50k–$69k Mid $50k–$69k $48k $53k $57k $62k $66k $71k
Moderate confidence 60 listings (+1 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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.

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Bottom 10%  $50,000 Median  $60,000 $69,244  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

At $60k, Melbourne delivery drivers earn $35k below the city all-roles median, and unusually they earn less than Adelaide ($65k) and Sydney ($61k) for the same work. Demand is high and flat (60 listings, up one from 59), with the median unchanged month on month, so this is a stable, high-volume, low-pay corner of the market. The tight $50k to $69k band leaves little room to climb without changing the vehicle you drive.

Take Home Pay (based on median $60,000)

Weekly (net)
~$941
Monthly (net)
~$4,078
Annual (net)
~$48,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $66,900

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?
An entry-level delivery driver in Melbourne starts near the $50k floor, typically on a car or van licence. The way toward the $69k top is the licence class and load: stepping up to HR or HC truck work, or driving for a logistics operator rather than a courier gig, lifts pay. Overtime and route volume do the rest within the band.
Is $60,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No, and even by the standards of the role Melbourne is on the low side. At $60k the median is 37% below the city's $95k all-roles median and nets roughly $49k after tax, which is difficult in Melbourne. More pointedly, the same job pays $5k more in Adelaide and $1k more in Sydney, so Melbourne is the weakest of the tracked markets for this role.
How much does a Senior Delivery Driver make in Melbourne?
There is no senior tier here; the ceiling is around $69k. The real move up is a licence upgrade: Truck Drivers median $79k and Forklift Operators $72k in this market, both a clear step above delivery work. Getting an HR or HC licence and moving into freight or warehouse logistics is the practical path past $69k.

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Delivery Driver salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $60,000 —
Adelaide $65,000 +8%
Sydney $61,256 ~same
Perth $60,000 ~same
Brisbane $55,000 -8%

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