How much does a COO earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for COO in Australia ranges from AUD 170,000 to AUD 450,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 482 job listings

How much does a COO earn in Australia?

The average salary for a COO in Australia is AUD 290,000 - AUD 450,000 per year.

Salary Guide

COO Salary in Australia

Based on 482 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$170,000 - $450,000

Median salary

$290,000 - $450,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$136K

25th percentile$170K

Median$290K

75th percentile$450K

90th percentile$518K

50% of professionals earn between $170,000 - $450,000 AUD

The median salary is $290,000

Top cities

Melbourne56 job openings

Brisbane55 job openings

Sydney28 job openings

Perth26 job openings

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COO

482 job openings

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The average salary for a COO in Australia is AUD 170,000 - AUD 450,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 370,000 per year, based on 482 active job listings.

The cities with the most COO job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide. Melbourne leads with 56 job openings.

Explore 482 COO job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.