The number of women who see themselves as a main breadwinner has grown to just under 40 per cent.
Six years ago, just 29 per cent of married women and those in de facto relationships said they earnt more than their partner, according to research carried out for National Australia Bank.
But men aren't letting go of the idea of being the key earner, with 85 per cent still saying they bring home the greater share of cash.
NAB says the figures show women are becoming more economically powerful.
"However there is still a way to go," NAB business executive general manager Angela Mentis said.
"A young woman of 25 today will still earn on average almost 50 per cent less over her lifetime than a young man of the same age."
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