Driver Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Drivers in Sydney earn a median salary of $73,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $57,500 and $87,744. That sits 23% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 34 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 52th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +2 listings vs last month
💰 Driver · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$57,500 – $87,744
Median: $73,000
Jun $69k
Jul $73k
↑ Trending up

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

Mid level $57,500 – $87,744
Overall $57k–$87k Mid $57k–$87k $55k $62k $69k $76k $83k $90k
Moderate confidence 34 listings (+2 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 34 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 38.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 61.8% 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%  $57,500 Median  $73,000 $87,744  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The general driver category pays $73,000 in Sydney against $65,000 in Melbourne, and $8,000 more than Sydney delivery drivers at $65,000. The median rose $3,750 with listings flat at 34. That $8,000 gap between two overlapping driving titles in the same city is worth knowing before accepting a role. At 38% salary disclosure the figure is moderately supported.

Take Home Pay (based on median $73,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,103
Monthly (net)
~$4,779
Annual (net)
~$57,348
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $81,395

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 Sydney?
Entry is $57,000, below the delivery driver floor, which suggests this category captures a wider mix of vehicle classes. Licence class is the main determinant of pay, with HR, HC and MC roles well above car and van work. Dangerous goods and passenger endorsements open different segments again.
Is $73,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $73,000 a driver earns 23.2% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,103 a week against the highest living costs in this report. It does pay $8,000 more than the delivery driver title in the same city, so how a role is advertised matters. Melbourne pays $8,000 less for the same category.
How much does a Senior Driver make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $87,000, reached through heavier licence classes and specialised loads rather than seniority. Forklift operation at $71,000 and storeperson work at $65,000 are the adjacent warehouse roles. Transport supervision and dispatch are the routes off the road.

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Driver salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $73,000 0%
Melbourne $65,598 -10%

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