▼8%
AU$58,000
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (AUD)
25%
A$51k
MEDIAN
A$58k
75%
A$73k
The average salary for a Desktop Publisher is AU$58,000 in 2025
Base Salary
AU$51k - AU$73k
Total Pay
AU$44k - AU$131k
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Common Health Benefits for a Desktop Publisher
Medical
8%
None
92%
Gender Breakdown for Desktop Publishers
Female
62.5%
Male
37.5%
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FAQs About Desktop Publishers
What is the highest pay for Desktop Publishers?
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What is the lowest pay for Desktop Publishers?
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How can Desktop Publishers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Desktop Publisher is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Desktop Publisher that oversees more junior Desktop Publishers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.