How do I use the salary calculator Victoria for casual work?

Check the casual loading box to add 25% on top of your base rate. Do not enter a rate that already includes loading. The calculator will apply the loading to your base rate before converting to annual, fortnightly, and weekly figures.

What is the difference between the National Minimum Wage and an award rate?

The National Minimum Wage is the legal minimum for all employees not covered by an award or agreement. Award rates are higher minimums set by the Fair Work Commission for specific industries and occupations. Our calculator uses the base hourly rate you enter; you should check your award or agreement for your correct rate.

Does the calculator include superannuation?

Yes, super is estimated at 12% of ordinary earnings, paid on top of your gross pay, up to the $270,830 maximum contribution base. The calculator shows super as a separate line item; it is not deducted from your take-home pay.

Salary Calculator Victoria: Convert Your Hourly Rate to Annual Pay for 2026–27

This calculator converts an hourly rate to annual pay using the standard 38-hour week, 52 weeks per year, and shows the fortnightly equivalent.

How to Use the Salary Calculator Victoria

Our salary calculator Victoria helps you turn an hourly rate into annual, fortnightly, and weekly pay. Start by entering your base hourly rate. If you are a casual employee, tick the box to add 25% casual loading on top – never enter a rate that already includes loading. The calculator assumes a 38-hour week, 52 weeks per year, and no unpaid overtime, penalty rates, allowances, or salary sacrifice.

The Basic Formula

Annual gross pay = hourly rate × hours per week × 52. For a full-time worker on 38 hours:

Annual = hourly × 38 × 52
Weekly = hourly × 38
Fortnightly = weekly × 2

This formula gives a consistent figure if you work the same hours every week. If your hours vary, the calculator still provides a useful benchmark.

National Minimum Wage vs Award Rates

The Fair Work Commission sets the National Minimum Wage each year. From 1 July 2026, it is $26.44 per hour, or $1,004.90 per week for 38 hours. For casuals, the minimum is $33.05 per hour including 25% loading. However, many employees are covered by an award or enterprise agreement that sets a higher minimum. The minimum wage page explains how awards apply. Our calculator does not know your award – you must enter the correct base rate for your job.

Casual Loading Explained

Casual employees receive a loading (usually 25%) instead of paid leave. The calculator adds this loading on top of your base rate when you check the box. For example, a base rate of $26.44 becomes $33.05 per hour. The loading is part of your gross pay and is subject to tax and super. See casual loading for more.

Fortnightly Pay and Take-Home Amounts

Many employers pay fortnightly. The calculator shows your gross fortnightly pay (weekly × 2) and the estimated tax and super for that period. After tax and the Medicare levy (generally 2%), you get your estimated take-home pay. Use the take-home pay page to adjust for your circumstances.

Tax and Super for 2026–27

The calculator uses the 2026–27 resident tax rates:

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

Medicare levy is 2% of taxable income, with single reduction thresholds based on 2025–26 figures (the 2026–27 thresholds were not confirmed here). The calculator does not deduct HELP, the Medicare levy surcharge, or salary packaging.

Superannuation guarantee is 12% of ordinary earnings, paid on top by your employer. The maximum contribution base for 2026–27 is $270,830 per year. Super is shown separately – it is not deducted from your pay. See super and packaging for details.

Victoria-Specific Data

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Average Weekly Earnings for May 2026 show full-time adult ordinary time in Victoria at $2,041.10 per week. This is an average across all industries and occupations, not a median for any specific job. Nationally, full-time adult ordinary time averaged $2,083.70 per week, and all employees (including part-time) averaged $1,579.20 per week. Use these figures as a benchmark, but remember your own rate may differ. The average pay page has more state and national data.

How to Find Your Correct Rate

If you are unsure what hourly rate to enter, check your award or registered agreement on the Fair Work Ombudsman website. You can also use pay guides for industry-specific minimums. For a quick reference, the reference tables list common award rates. Never guess – using the wrong rate could lead to underpayment.

Important Disclaimer

Annual pay shown here is hourly rate × hours per week × 52. It assumes the same rate every week, no unpaid overtime, no penalty rates, no 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 is 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 a full breakdown of your situation, consult a registered tax agent or the Australian Taxation Office. Use the timesheet to start the calculator and see your personalised results.