50% of professionals earn between $29,132 - $63,711 AUD
The median salary is $46,422
The average salary for a Journalist in Australia is AUD 46,422 - AUD 63,711 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 55,067 per year, based on 2,779 active job listings.
The cities with the most Journalist job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Brisbane, Perth. Melbourne leads with 411 job openings.
Leading employers for Journalist roles in Australia include Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Queensland Government, Special Broadcasting Service Corporation.
Explore 2,779 Journalist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.