How much does a Copywriter earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Copywriter in Australia ranges from AUD 70,000 to AUD 82,500 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 955 job listings

Salary Guide

Copywriter Salary in Australia

Based on 955 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$70,000 - $82,500

Median salary

$70,000 - $82,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$44K

25th percentile$55K

Median$70K

75th percentile$83K

90th percentile$95K

50% of professionals earn between $55,208 - $82,500 AUD

The median salary is $70,000

Top cities

Sydney201 job openings

Melbourne129 job openings

Brisbane75 job openings

Perth41 job openings

Canberra41 job openings

Adelaide28 job openings

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Copywriter

955 job openings

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The average salary for a Copywriter in Australia is AUD 70,000 - AUD 82,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 76,250 per year, based on 955 active job listings.

The cities with the most Copywriter job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra. Sydney leads with 201 job openings.

Explore 955 Copywriter job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.