How much does a CTO earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for CTO in Australia ranges from AUD 157,084 to AUD 228,542 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 236 job listings

Salary Guide

CTO Salary in Australia

Based on 236 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$157,084 - $228,542

Median salary

$157,084 - $228,542

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$69K

25th percentile$86K

Median$157K

75th percentile$229K

90th percentile$263K

50% of professionals earn between $85,625 - $228,542 AUD

The median salary is $157,084

Top cities

Sydney55 job openings

Melbourne29 job openings

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CTO

236 job openings

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The average salary for a CTO in Australia is AUD 157,084 - AUD 228,542 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 192,813 per year, based on 236 active job listings.

The cities with the most CTO job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Richmond, Brisbane, Perth. Sydney leads with 55 job openings.

Explore 236 CTO job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.