How much does a Journalist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Journalist in Australia ranges from AUD 101,000 to AUD 101,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 689 job listings

Salary Guide

Journalist Salary in Australia

Based on 689 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$101,000 - $101,000

Median salary

$101,000 - $101,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$81K

25th percentile$101K

Median$101K

75th percentile$101K

90th percentile$116K

50% of professionals earn between $101,000 - $101,000 AUD

The median salary is $101,000

Top cities

Sydney99 job openings

Melbourne61 job openings

Bunbury40 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney34 job openings

Brisbane31 job openings

Gold Coast23 job openings

Sydney (city)23 job openings

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AUD 55,000 - 99,500-24%

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AUD 66,000 - 134,000-1%

Public Relations Manager

AUD 78,800 - 113,400-5%

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AUD 69,000 - 133,0000%

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AUD 85,500 - 138,000+11%

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AUD 106,100 - 152,600+28%

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AUD 52,500 - 75,600-37%

Journalist

689 job openings

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The average salary for a Journalist in Australia is AUD 101,000 - AUD 101,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 101,000 per year, based on 689 active job listings.

The cities with the most Journalist job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Bunbury, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Brisbane. Sydney leads with 99 job openings.

Explore 689 Journalist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.