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Professor salary in Australia

How much does a Professor make in Australia?

Average base salary

$220,652

The average salary for a professor is $220,652 per year in Australia. 275 salaries reported, updated at 27 June 2026

Highest paying companies for Professor in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Central Queensland University
 
$227,487per year
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The University of Western Aust...
 
$216,087per year
Flinders University
 
$215,875per year
Western Sydney University
 
$215,256per year
Victoria University
 
$215,121per year
Curtin University
 
$206,881per year

Highest paying cities near Australia for Professors

  1. Rockhampton QLD
    $235,540 per year
  2. Parramatta NSW
    $232,066 per year
  3. Joondalup WA
    $220,621 per year
  4. Edith Cowan University WA
    $220,621 per year
  5. Perth WA
    $218,595 per year

Where can a Professor earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Professor get paid in Australia?

Adjunct Professor

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Average $205,727 per year