Driver Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Drivers in Melbourne earn a median salary of $65,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $70,770. That sits 32% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 27 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 34th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne
💰 Driver · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $70,770
Median: $65,000
Mid level $55,000 – $70,770
Overall $55k–$70k Mid $55k–$70k $53k $57k $61k $65k $68k $72k
⚠ Low confidence 27 listings · 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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $55,000 Median  $65,000 $70,770  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Drivers in Melbourne earn $65k, a touch under Sydney's $69,250 for the same title. The narrow $55k to $71k range means licence class and load type, not negotiation, set the pay. Based on a small sample of 27 listings, treat as directional.

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 Driver in Melbourne?
A driver starting in Melbourne earns from around $55k. A heavy-vehicle licence, forklift ticket, or combined driving-and-warehouse duties are what move pay toward the $71k top of the band.
Is $65,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Depends. At $65k the median sits 32% below Melbourne's $95k all-roles median and nets about $52k, modest in a high cost of living city. That is standard for general driving work, but a heavy-vehicle licence lifts you into Truck Driver territory (median $79k), which is the realistic way up.
How much does a Senior Driver make in Melbourne?
There is no senior band for this role, and the tight range caps the title near $71k. Progression is licence-driven: an HR, HC or MC ticket moves you into higher-paid truck and logistics work rather than more of the same runs.

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Driver salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $65,000 —
Sydney $69,250 +7%

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.