Delivery Driver Salary in Perth (2026)

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Delivery Drivers in Perth earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $58,034 and $78,526. That sits 35% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000. Figures are based on 34 jobs advertised in Perth in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 62th percentile by listing volume in Perth ↑ +13 listings vs last month
💰 Delivery Driver · Perth
ADVERTISED RANGE
$58,034 – $78,526
Median: $65,000
Aug $65k
Sep $65k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $58,034 – $78,526
Overall $58k–$78k Mid $58k–$78k $56k $61k $66k $71k $75k $80k
Moderate confidence 34 listings (+13 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 34 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 41.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 58.8% 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%  $58,034 Median  $65,000 $78,526  Top 10%

Understanding the Perth Market

Delivery driver pay is fixed at $65,000 in Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney, with no city variation at all and no movement in the Perth median. Listings rose 62% from 21 to 34. Against Perth's $100,000 city median this is a 35% shortfall, the widest role-to-city gap in the Perth data, though that reflects the mining-inflated benchmark rather than unusual driver pay. At 41% salary disclosure the figure is reasonably supported.

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 Perth?
Entry is $58,000, typically van or light rigid work on a standard licence. Licence class is the main lever, and Perth has a distinct multi-combination driver category at $99,000, a $34,000 step. Truck driving at $80,000 sits between the two.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Perth?
No. At $65,000 a delivery driver earns 35% below Perth's all-roles median of $100,000, with take-home near $1,003 a week. Five capitals pay the same, so relocating changes nothing. The licence ladder is what matters here: truck driving at $80,000 and MC driving at $99,000 are both reachable with training rather than promotion.
How much does a Senior Delivery Driver make in Perth?
The ceiling is $78,000, reached through heavier licence classes or longer routes rather than seniority. MC driving at $99,000 sits well above the entire band, making the licence upgrade the single most valuable move. Transport supervision and dispatch coordination are the routes off the road entirely.

Other roles in Perth

Delivery Driver salaries in other cities

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

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