How much does a CEO earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for CEO in Australia ranges from AUD 125,000 to AUD 140,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,223 job listings

Salary Guide

CEO Salary in Australia

Based on 1,223 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$125,000 - $140,000

Median salary

$125,000 - $140,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$47K

25th percentile$59K

Median$125K

75th percentile$140K

90th percentile$161K

50% of professionals earn between $58,523 - $140,000 AUD

The median salary is $125,000

Top cities

Melbourne142 job openings

Sydney104 job openings

Brisbane61 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney47 job openings

Adelaide26 job openings

Gold Coast24 job openings

Perth23 job openings

Top companies hiring

Beilby Downing Teal20

LG Services Group16

Levyl10

Catholic Education Western Australia7

Shire Of Three Springs6

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CEO

1,223 job openings

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The average salary for a CEO in Australia is AUD 125,000 - AUD 140,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 132,500 per year, based on 1,223 active job listings.

The cities with the most CEO job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Adelaide. Melbourne leads with 142 job openings.

Leading employers for CEO roles in Australia include Beilby Downing Teal, LG Services Group, Levyl, Catholic Education Western Australia, Shire Of Three Springs.

Explore 1,223 CEO job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.