How much does a CEO earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for CEO in Australia ranges from AUD 65,584 to AUD 132,500 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,483 job listings

Salary Guide

CEO Salary in Australia

Based on 1,483 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$65,584 - $132,500

Median salary

$65,584 - $132,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$10K

25th percentile$12K

Median$66K

75th percentile$133K

90th percentile$152K

50% of professionals earn between $12,350 - $132,500 AUD

The median salary is $65,584

Top cities

Melbourne239 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney144 job openings

Brisbane111 job openings

Adelaide58 job openings

Sydney43 job openings

Canberra37 job openings

Albany30 job openings

Perth26 job openings

Darwin25 job openings

Top companies hiring

Beilby Downing Teal25

OnTalent20

LG Services Group16

Shire Of Three Springs8

Skilled Medical6

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CEO

1,483 job openings

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The average salary for a CEO in Australia is AUD 65,584 - AUD 132,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 99,042 per year, based on 1,483 active job listings.

The cities with the most CEO job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney. Melbourne leads with 239 job openings.

Leading employers for CEO roles in Australia include Beilby Downing Teal, OnTalent, LG Services Group, Shire Of Three Springs, Skilled Medical.

Explore 1,483 CEO job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.