Marketing & Communications

Content Writer / Copywriter Salary in Australia

Content Writers and Copywriters produce written content for websites, campaigns, social media and publications. Seek demand is strong from digital agencies, tech companies and retailers. SEO copywriting skills attract a premium.

AU Typical Range

$55k$95k

AU Median

$72k

NZ Typical Range

NZD $50k$85k

Salary by experience level

Junior Writer

AU$50k – $68k
NZNZD $46k – $62k

Copywriter

AU$68k – $90k
NZNZD $62k – $82k

Senior / Lead

AU$90k – $120k
NZNZD $82k – $108k

Estimated take-home pay (AU median)

Based on $72k gross, ATO 2024–25 individual tax rates, 2% Medicare levy. No salary packaging, no HECS.

Annual

$58,172

Monthly

$4,848

Fortnightly

$2,237

Common employers on Seek

News CorpNine Entertainmentdigital agenciese-commerce brandsCanva

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average Content Writer / Copywriter salary in Australia?

The average Content Writer / Copywriter salary in Australia is around $72k per year, with a typical Seek range of $55k – $95k. Pay varies by experience, location, and employer size.

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What does a Content Writer / Copywriter take home after tax in Australia?

At the median salary of $72k, take-home pay is approximately $58,172 per year ($4,848 per month) after income tax and the 2% Medicare levy, based on ATO 2024–25 rates. This estimate excludes salary packaging and HECS repayments.

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