Take Home Pay Calculator

Calculate your net pay after income tax, Medicare levy, and superannuation deductions.

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Your total annual salary before tax and deductions

Affects Medicare Levy Surcharge if income exceeds $93,000

How It Works

This calculator applies the current ATO individual income tax rates, the 2% Medicare Levy (with low-income thresholds), Medicare Levy Surcharge if applicable, and HELP/HECS compulsory repayment rates to your gross salary. Superannuation is calculated at the current guarantee rate of 11.5%. The result shows your net pay per pay period after all deductions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Australian income tax rates for 2025-26?

For 2025-26, Australian residents pay 0% on income up to $18,200, 16% on $18,201-$45,000, 30% on $45,001-$135,000, 37% on $135,001-$190,000, and 45% on income over $190,000. The 2024-25 Stage 3 tax cuts reduced the 19% bracket to 16% and the 32.5% bracket to 30%.

Is superannuation deducted from my pay?

No. Employer super guarantee (11.5% for 2025-26) is paid on top of your salary unless your contract states it's inclusive. It goes to your super fund, not your bank account.

When do I pay the Medicare Levy Surcharge?

If you earn over $93,000 (singles) or $186,000 (families) and don't hold an eligible private hospital cover policy, you pay MLS of 1% to 1.5% on top of the standard 2% Medicare Levy.

How are HELP repayments calculated?

HELP repayments are based on your repayment income (taxable income + net rental losses + fringe benefits). For 2025-26, repayments start at 1% when income exceeds $54,435 and scale up to 10% at incomes over $151,201.