Hc Driver Salary in Adelaide (2026)

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Hc Drivers in Adelaide earn a median salary of $79,040 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $64,220 and $100,000. That is broadly in line with Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000. Figures are based on 31 jobs advertised in Adelaide in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 51th percentile by listing volume in Adelaide ↓ -4 listings vs last month
💰 Hc Driver · Adelaide
ADVERTISED RANGE
$64,220 – $100,000
Median: $79,040
Jun–Jul $76k
Aug–Oct $78k
→ Stable

Line shows the median advertised salary over the last 5 months. Figures compare the average of the last 3 months with the 3 before; moves under 5% count as stable.

Mid level $64,220 – $100,000
Overall $64k–$100k Mid $64k–$100k $62k $70k $78k $86k $94k $103k
Moderate confidence 31 listings (-4 vs last month) · 31/10/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 31 job listings for this role in Adelaide, advertised across Australian job boards, government job boards and employer career sites. 54.8% of those listings showed the salary in the ad. The other 45.2% hid it, so we used the pay bracket the job board files the listing under. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10%  $64,220 Median  $79,040 $100,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Adelaide Market

Adelaide heavy combination (HC) drivers earn $79,040, close to the city benchmark, after pay rose from $74,100 in June. Hidden-bracket listings averaged $82,500, while ads that showed pay offered about $73,100. Pay is similar across the country, with every main city between $79,000 and $82,000.

Take Home Pay (based on median $79,040)

Weekly (net)
~$1,179
Monthly (net)
~$5,109
Annual (net)
~$61,304
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $88,129

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 Hc Driver in Adelaide?
Entry is around $64,200. An HC licence and a clean driving record are required, and dangerous goods or forklift tickets help.
Is $79,040 a good salary in Adelaide?
It is average. $79,040 is 1.2% below Adelaide's all-roles median of $80,000, with take-home around $1,179 a week. With low living costs, that is a fair income.
How much does a Senior Hc Driver make in Adelaide?
The top of the range is $100,000, usually for interstate or specialised loads. An MC licence lifts pay to about $85,000 in Adelaide.

Other roles in Adelaide

Hc Driver salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Adelaide
Adelaide (this page) $79,040 0%
Brisbane $82,004 +4%
Sydney $81,990 +4%
Melbourne $80,000 ~same
Perth $80,000 ~same

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