50% of professionals earn between $95,000 - $140,000 AUD
The median salary is $117,000
The average salary for a School Principal in Australia is AUD 95,000 - AUD 140,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 128,500 per year, based on 11,168 active job listings.
The cities with the most School Principal job opportunities in Australia are Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Council Of The City Of Sydney, Perth. Brisbane leads with 1,789 job openings.
Leading employers for School Principal roles in Australia include Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, Queensland Government, Brisbane Catholic Education, Department for Education, South Australia, CMW Geosciences.
Explore 11,168 School Principal job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.