What is the minimum wage in Victoria for 2026–27?

The National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, or $1004.90 per week for 38 hours. Casual employees receive a 25% loading, making the casual minimum $33.05 per hour. Many employees are covered by award rates that are higher than the national minimum.

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 worker on 38 hours, the formula is: hourly rate × 38 × 52. For example, $30 per hour gives $30 × 38 × 52 = $59,280 gross per year.

Is super included in the minimum wage?

No, super guarantee is paid on top of ordinary earnings. For 2026–27, the super rate is 12% of ordinary earnings, up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830. For a minimum-wage casual on $33.05 per hour, the employer pays an additional $3.97 per hour in super.

What Is Minimum Wage in Victoria? A Guide to Hourly, Annual, Fortnightly Pay and Super

For a full-time employee working 38 hours per week, the National Minimum Wage of $26.44 per hour gives an annual gross pay of about $52,253, with super of 12% paid on top.

What Is Minimum Wage in Victoria?

If you are wondering what is minimum wage in Victoria, the answer depends on whether you are covered by the National Minimum Wage or a specific award. Victoria follows the national system set by the Fair Work Commission, so the base rate is the same as the rest of Australia. However, many Victorian employees are covered by modern awards that set higher minimum rates for their industry or role. The figures below use the National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026, but always check your award via the Fair Work Ombudsman.

The National Minimum Wage and Award Rates

From 1 July 2026, the National Minimum Wage is $26.44 per hour, which equates to $1004.90 per week for a full-time employee working 38 hours. Casual employees receive a 25% loading on top of the base rate, giving a casual minimum of $33.05 per hour. This loading compensates for entitlements like paid leave that casuals do not receive. Award rates are often higher than the national minimum. For example, the General Retail Industry Award has a Level 1 rate of about $28.50 per hour (before loading). Always check the relevant award or enterprise agreement for your exact rate.

How to Calculate Annual Pay from an Hourly Rate

The standard formula to estimate annual gross pay is:

hourly rate × hours per week × 52 weeks

For a full-time employee, we assume 38 hours per week. If you work different hours, adjust accordingly. For example, a rate of $30 per hour gives:

$30 × 38 × 52 = $59,280 per year

This calculation assumes the same rate every week, with no unpaid overtime, penalty rates, allowances, or salary sacrifice. It is a starting point for budgeting. You can also find your fortnightly pay by doubling the weekly amount. For the minimum wage, weekly is $1004.90, so fortnightly is $2009.80 before tax.

Victoria's Average Earnings

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reports that in May 2026, full-time adult ordinary time earnings in Victoria averaged $2041.10 per week. This is an average across all full-time employees in the state, not a median for any specific job. It is not a minimum or a median for your specific role. For comparison, the National Minimum Wage is far below this average. The average weekly earnings for all employees in Victoria (including part-time) was $1579.20 per week (includes part-time). These figures help you see where the minimum wage sits relative to typical earnings.

Casual Loading and Super

Casual loading is 25% on top of the base hourly rate. The National Minimum Wage casual rate of $33.05 includes the 25% loading. Super guarantee of 12% is paid on top of ordinary earnings. For a casual on $33.05, the employer pays an additional 12% super, making the total cost to the employer about $37.02 per hour. The super is not deducted from your pay; it is additional. The maximum contribution base for the 2026–27 super guarantee applies up to $270,830 per year.

Tax Considerations

Tax for 2026–27 uses the resident tax-free threshold of $18,200. The first $18,200 is tax-free. Then 15% on the next $26,800 (to $45,000) then 30% on the next $45,000 to $135,000. Medicare levy generally 2% of taxable income. For a full-time minimum wage of $52,253, the estimated tax and Medicare is about $6,196 plus 2% Medicare on $1,045. The net pay after tax and Medicare is about $45,012. This is an estimate using the 2025–26 Medicare reduction thresholds because the 2026–27 reduction thresholds were not confirmed here. This is not a determination of your pay.

Fortnightly Pay

Fortnightly gross is weekly × 2. For minimum wage: $1004.90 × 2 = $2009. Super is on top, not deducted. So net pay is after tax and Medicare. For a casual on $33.05 per hour, the fortnightly gross is $33.05 × 38 × 2 = $1,255.9 per week? Actually 38 hours per week, so $33.05 × 38 = $1,255.9 per week, fortnightly $2,518.8. The net pay after tax and Medicare is about $2,518.8 - tax and Medicare.

Internal Links

For more details on the National Minimum Wage and award rates, see the minimum wage tool. For take-home pay after tax, see take-home pay.

Conclusion

If you are wondering what is the minimum wage in Victoria, the answer is $26.44 per hour, but many workers earn more under awards. Use the formula hourly × hours per week × 52 to get annual gross. Always check your award or agreement. The Fair Work Ombudsman provides pay guides. The Australian Taxation Office sets tax rates. The super guarantee is 12% on top. This is an estimate, not a determination of your pay.