Hc Driver Salary in Sydney (2026)
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Hc Drivers in Sydney earn a median salary of $81,990 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $68,676 and $129,895. That sits 9% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 42 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.
Line shows the median advertised salary over the last 6 months. Figures compare the average of the last 3 months with the 3 before; moves under 5% count as stable.
| Mid level | $68,676 – $129,895 |
Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 42 job listings for this role in Sydney, advertised across Australian job boards, government job boards and employer career sites. 47.6% of those listings showed the salary in the ad. The other 52.4% 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.
Understanding the Sydney Market
Sydney HC drivers earn $81,990, after pay peaked at $85,000 in September. Listings fell from 54 to 42. Hidden-bracket roles averaged $87,500, and the ceiling of about $129,900 reflects long-haul and specialised freight.
Take Home Pay (based on median $81,990)
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 →
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Hc Driver salaries in other cities
| City | Median salary | vs Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney (this page) | $81,990 | 0% |
| Brisbane | $82,004 | ~same |
| Melbourne | $80,000 | ~same |
| Perth | $80,000 | ~same |
| Adelaide | $79,040 | -4% |
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