How do I convert my hourly rate to annual salary?

Multiply your hourly rate by the number of hours you work per week, then by 52 weeks. For a full-time employee on 38 hours, the formula is: hourly rate × 38 × 52. For example, $30 per hour × 38 × 52 = $59,280 per year. This assumes no unpaid overtime, penalty rates, or allowances. Use the [hourly conversion](/topics/hourly-conversion) tool on this site to do the calculation instantly.

What is the casual loading and how does it affect my pay?

Casual loading is an extra 25% paid on top of the base hourly rate to compensate for lack of paid leave and other entitlements. For the National Minimum Wage, the casual rate from 1 July 2026 is $33.05 per hour ($26.44 × 1.25). When using the calculator, tick the 'casual loading' checkbox and enter your base rate (not the loaded rate). The tool adds the 25% automatically. See the [casual loading](/topics/casual-loading) page for more details.

How is superannuation calculated on top of my salary?

Superannuation is paid by your employer on top of your ordinary earnings at a rate of 12% from 1 July 2026. It is not deducted from your pay. For example, if your annual gross salary is $60,000, your employer must contribute an additional $7,200 into your super fund, up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830 per year. This is separate from your take-home pay and is taxed at 15% within the fund. Learn more on the [super and packaging](/topics/super-and-packaging) page.

Jordan Mailata Salary: How to Convert Hourly Rates to Annual Pay in Australia

Using the standard 38-hour week and 52 weeks, an hourly rate of $26.44 gives an annual gross of $52,265.60, while the National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour.

Understanding the Jordan Mailata Salary Through Hourly Conversion

Even a high-profile salary like the Jordan Mailata salary can be understood using the same simple formula that applies to every Australian worker: hourly rate × hours per week × 52. Jordan Mailata, the Australian NFL player, reportedly earns millions per year, but the principle remains the same whether you are on the National Minimum Wage or a six-figure contract. This article explains how to convert any hourly rate to annual pay, including tax, super, and the key rates set by the Fair Work Ombudsman and the Fair Work Commission.

The Basic Formula: Hourly to Annual

The standard calculation for annual gross salary is:

Annual gross = hourly rate × hours per week × 52 weeks

For full-time employees, we assume 38 hours per week, as defined in the National Employment Standards. If you work part-time or casual, use your actual weekly hours. For example, an hourly rate of $30.00 gives:

Weekly: $30.00 × 38 = $1,140.00
Fortnightly: $1,140.00 × 2 = $2,280.00
Annual: $1,140.00 × 52 = $59,280.00

This is your gross pay before tax and before any super contributions (which are paid on top). The pay guides from the Fair Work Ombudsman provide the minimum rates for each award, and you can check your specific classification using the reference tables on this site.

National Minimum Wage and Award Rates from 1 July 2026

From 1 July 2026, the National Minimum Wage increased to $26.44 per hour or $1,004.90 per week for a 38-hour week, according to the Fair Work Ombudsman. Award minimum wages rose by 4.75% on the same date. If you are covered by a modern award, your minimum rate may be higher than the National Minimum Wage. The Fair Work Commission’s Modern Awards Pay Database contains the calculated rates for each classification, including allowances and penalty rates.

For casual employees, a 25% loading applies on top of the base rate. The casual National Minimum Wage is therefore $33.05 per hour ($26.44 × 1.25). When using the timesheet on this site, tick the casual loading checkbox and enter your base hourly rate – do not enter a rate that already includes the loading.

Tax and Medicare Levy on Your Annual Salary

Once you have your annual gross figure, you can estimate your take-home pay using the 2026–27 resident tax rates and the Medicare levy. The Australian Taxation Office scales are:

$0 – $18,200: Nil
$18,201 – $45,000: 15% on excess over $18,200
$45,001 – $135,000: 30% on excess over $45,000
$135,001 – $190,000: 37% on excess over $135,000
$190,001+: 45% on excess over $190,000

Medicare levy is generally 2% of taxable income, with reductions for low-income earners (using the 2025–26 single reduction thresholds as the 2026–27 thresholds are not yet confirmed). For a full-time worker on the National Minimum Wage ($52,265.60 annual gross), the tax would be approximately $5,092 plus Medicare of $1,045, leaving about $46,128 after tax – before any deductions or offsets. Use the take-home pay page to see your own estimate.

Superannuation Paid on Top

Employers must pay superannuation guarantee at 12% of ordinary earnings from 1 July 2026, up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830 per year. This is paid on top of your salary, not deducted from it. For example, on a $60,000 salary, your employer adds $7,200 to your super fund. The super and packaging page explains how salary sacrifice and contribution caps work.

Using the Jordan Mailata Salary as a Benchmark

Jordan Mailata’s NFL contract is reported to be worth millions annually, but the conversion logic is identical. If his hourly rate were, say, $500 per hour (hypothetically), working 38 hours per week for 52 weeks would give $988,000 per year – before tax, Medicare, and US-specific deductions. In Australia, the same calculation applies to any worker, from the minimum wage earner to the highest-paid executive. The key is to know your hours and your base rate.

Important Caveats

This conversion assumes the same rate every week, no unpaid overtime, no penalty rates or allowances, and no salary sacrifice. Super is estimated at 12% of ordinary earnings only, paid on top, and stops at the $270,830 maximum contribution base. Tax uses the 2026–27 resident scale with the full tax-free threshold. Medicare uses the 2025–26 single reduction thresholds because the 2026–27 reduction thresholds were not confirmed here. HELP, the Medicare levy surcharge, and salary packaging are not deducted. This is an estimate, not a determination of your pay or tax.

For precise rates under your award, use the Fair Work Ombudsman’s Pay and Conditions Tool or consult the minimum wage page on this site.