How much does a CEO earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for CEO in Australia ranges from AUD 11,250 to AUD 12,083 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 622 job listings

Salary Guide

CEO Salary in Australia

Based on 622 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$11,250 - $12,083

Median salary

$11,250 - $12,083

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$8K

25th percentile$10K

Median$11K

75th percentile$12K

90th percentile$14K

50% of professionals earn between $10,384 - $12,083 AUD

The median salary is $11,250

Top cities

Melbourne103 job openings

Sydney92 job openings

Brisbane34 job openings

Darwin21 job openings

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CEO

622 job openings

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The average salary for a CEO in Australia is AUD 11,250 - AUD 12,083 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 11,667 per year, based on 622 active job listings.

The cities with the most CEO job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Darwin, Canberra. Melbourne leads with 103 job openings.

Explore 622 CEO job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.