How much does a Ship Captain earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Ship Captain in Australia ranges from AUD 96,000 to AUD 138,100 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 8 job listings

How much does a Ship Captain earn in Australia?

The average salary for a Ship Captain in Australia is AUD 106,500 - AUD 127,550 per year.

Salary Guide

Ship Captain Salary in Australia

Based on 8 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$96,000 - $138,100

Median salary

$106,500 - $127,550

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$82K

25th percentile$96K

Median$114K

75th percentile$138K

90th percentile$162K

50% of professionals earn between $96,000 - $138,100 AUD

The median salary is $113,500

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Ship Captain

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The average salary for a Ship Captain in Australia is AUD 96,000 - AUD 138,100 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 117,025 per year, based on 8 active job listings.

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