◈ Updated 2026
Civil Engineer — Estimated Annual Salary in Sydney
Real data on salaries and living expenses by city and profession
Estimated Annual Salary
A$300,015
per year · AUD
A$246,013A$366,019
Salary Range: A$246,013 – A$366,019
Estimated Net Monthly
A$16,501
after tax
Monthly Cost of Living
A$6,200
typical monthly spend
Estimated Tax Rate
34%
effective rate
Quality of Life Index
86/100
global index
Monthly Expenses — Sydney
HousingA$2,170 · 35%
FoodA$1,240 · 20%
TransportA$930 · 15%
HealthcareA$620 · 10%
LeisureA$744 · 12%
OtherA$496 · 8%
Experience Level — Civil Engineer in Sydney
| Experience Level | Years | Estimated Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0–2 | A$125,349 |
| Mid-Level | 3–6 | A$194,854 |
| Senior | 7–12 | A$300,015 |
| Lead / Principal | 13+ | A$382,777 |
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Civil Engineer — vs. Global Average
| City | Annual Salary | Purchasing Power |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, USA | $265,594 | 2.5× |
| New York, USA | $238,867 | 2.4× |
| London, UK | £164,540 | 2.4× |
| Paris, France | €169,813 | 2.1× |
| Berlin, Germany | €152,716 | 2.4× |
| Madrid, Spain | €108,822 | 2.2× |
| Tokyo, Japan | ¥24,391,151 | 2.4× |
| Dubai, UAE | AED 703,458 | 4.4× |
* Estimates based on public data and statistical models. Actual figures may vary.