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 $65,000. That sits 34% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $91,520. Figures are based on 59 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

▲ High demand Top 15% of roles by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +10 listings vs last month
💰 Delivery Driver · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,000 – $65,000
Median: $60,000
Apr $60k
May $60k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $50,000 – $65,000
Overall $50k–$65k Mid $50k–$65k $48k $52k $55k $59k $63k $66k
Moderate confidence 59 listings (+10 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

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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Understanding the Melbourne Market

Melbourne Delivery Drivers earned $60,000 in May, unchanged from April, with 59 listings (up 10). The 25% spread from $50k to $65k is the tightest of any city for this role, reflecting standardised flat-rate pay bands across logistics operators. At 34% below Melbourne's all-roles median, this is well below market for a high-cost city. Perth pays $65,000, $5,000 more.

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?
Entry-level Delivery Drivers in Melbourne earn $50,000 to $60,000 at the mid level (59 listings). The tight spread means there is very limited room for salary negotiation within this role type. MR or HR licence qualifications can open slightly better-paying freight or last-mile delivery roles.
Is $60,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
At $60,000 and 34% below Melbourne's all-roles median, this is significantly below market for a high-cost city. Melbourne's rent and transport costs make $60,000 a very tight income. Storeperson roles in Melbourne pay $64,220, a modest but meaningful step up with overlapping logistics skills.
How much does a Senior Delivery Driver make in Melbourne?
Delivery Driver roles in Melbourne cap around $65,000. Moving into Truck Driver functions with an HR licence or into warehouse coordination roles provides the most direct salary improvement. Truck Drivers in Melbourne earn $74,550 for a comparable vehicle-based role with a heavier licence.

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Delivery Driver salaries in other cities

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

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