How much does a Journalist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Journalist in Australia ranges from AUD 85,000 to AUD 91,814 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 656 job listings

Salary Guide

Journalist Salary in Australia

Based on 656 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$85,000 - $91,814

Median salary

$85,000 - $91,814

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$66K

25th percentile$82K

Median$85K

75th percentile$92K

90th percentile$106K

50% of professionals earn between $82,000 - $91,814 AUD

The median salary is $85,000

Top cities

Sydney131 job openings

Melbourne53 job openings

Surry Hills42 job openings

Canberra30 job openings

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Interpreter

AUD 77,500 - 102,750+2%

Photographer

AUD 38,000 - 80,000-33%

Video Producer

AUD 62,600 - 90,100-14%

Translator

AUD 40,000 - 80,000-32%

Copywriter

AUD 70,000 - 82,500-14%

Public Relations Manager

AUD 76,000 - 107,277+4%

Editor

AUD 110,000 - 120,000+30%

Technical Writer

AUD 55,000 - 100,000-12%

Communications Director

AUD 100,000 - 160,000+47%

Heavy Equipment Operator

AUD 34,924 - 59,629-47%

Journalist

656 job openings

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The average salary for a Journalist in Australia is AUD 85,000 - AUD 91,814 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 88,407 per year, based on 656 active job listings.

The cities with the most Journalist job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Surry Hills, Canberra, Perth. Sydney leads with 131 job openings.

Explore 656 Journalist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.