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Minimum Wage Victoria: Hourly to Annual Pay for a 38-Hour Week

Based on the National Minimum Wage of $26.44 per hour for a 38-hour week, the annual gross pay is approximately $52,265.44 before tax and super.

Converting the Minimum Wage in Victoria to Annual, Fortnightly, and Weekly Pay

If you earn the minimum wage in Victoria or are considering a salary offer, understanding how your hourly rate translates to annual, fortnightly, and weekly pay is essential. This guide uses the National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026, set by the Fair Work Commission, and explains the formula, tax, super, and the difference between award rates and casual loading.

The Basic Formula: Hourly × Hours per Week × 52

The standard way to calculate annual gross pay is:

Annual gross = hourly rate × hours per week × 52

This assumes you work the same number of hours every week, with no unpaid overtime, penalty rates, allowances, or salary sacrifice. For a full-time employee, the typical week is 38 hours. If your hours differ, adjust the formula accordingly.

For the minimum wage in Victoria (National Minimum Wage):

  • Hourly rate: $26.44
  • Weekly pay (38 hours): $26.44 × 38 = $1,004.72 (rounded to $1,004.90 per Fair Work)
  • Fortnightly pay: $1,004.72 × 2 = $2,009.44
  • Annual gross: $26.44 × 38 × 52 = $52,265.44

You can use our the timesheet to enter your base hourly rate and see these figures instantly. If you are a casual employee, tick the casual loading checkbox to add 25% on top.

National Minimum Wage vs. Award Rates vs. Casual Loading

It is important to distinguish between different pay types:

  • National Minimum Wage: The legal minimum for employees not covered by an award or agreement. From 1 July 2026, it is $26.44 per hour for permanent employees.
  • Award rates: Many industries have specific awards with higher minimum rates. For example, the average full-time ordinary time earnings in Victoria (May 2026) were $2,041.10 per week, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. This is an average, not a median for any specific job. Check your award on the Fair Work Ombudsman website or use our pay guides for more detail.
  • Casual loading: Casual employees receive an extra 25% on top of the base rate. So the casual minimum wage is $26.44 × 1.25 = $33.05 per hour. This loading compensates for not receiving paid leave. Never enter a rate that already includes casual loading; our casual loading page explains more.

Tax and Super on the Minimum Wage

Superannuation

Employers must pay super guarantee of 12% on ordinary earnings, on top of your gross pay. For the minimum wage:

  • Annual super: $52,265.44 × 12% = $6,271.85
  • Super is paid up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830 (2026–27).

Super is not deducted from your pay; it is an extra contribution. See super and packaging for details.

Income Tax and Medicare

Using the 2026–27 resident tax rates (Australian Taxation Office):

  • Tax-free threshold: $0 to $18,200
  • 15% on income from $18,201 to $45,000
  • 30% on income from $45,001 to $135,000
  • 37% on income from $135,001 to $190,000
  • 45% on income above $190,000

Plus Medicare levy of 2% (using 2025–26 single reduction thresholds as 2026–27 thresholds were not confirmed here).

For an annual gross of $52,265.44:

  • Taxable income after tax-free threshold: $52,265.44 - $18,200 = $34,065.44
  • Tax on first $26,800 (from $18,201 to $45,000): $26,800 × 15% = $4,020
  • Remaining $7,265.44 taxed at 30%: $7,265.44 × 30% = $2,179.63
  • Total tax: $4,020 + $2,179.63 = $6,199.63
  • Medicare levy (2%): $52,265.44 × 2% = $1,045.31
  • Total tax and Medicare: $7,244.94
  • Net annual take-home: $52,265.44 - $7,244.94 = $45,020.50

This is an estimate. Use our take-home pay calculator for a more personalised result.

Fortnightly and Weekly Breakdown

Knowing your fortnightly pay helps with budgeting and comparing salary offers. For the minimum wage in Victoria:

  • Weekly: $1,004.72
  • Fortnightly: $2,009.44
  • Monthly (approximate): $4,355.45 (annual ÷ 12)

If you are a casual employee, multiply these by 1.25 for the casual rate.

What This Guide Does Not Cover

This conversion assumes a consistent 38-hour week with no overtime, penalty rates, allowances, or salary sacrifice. It does not include HELP repayments, Medicare levy surcharge, or salary packaging. The super estimate is 12% of ordinary earnings only, stopping at the maximum contribution base. Always check your specific award or agreement with the Fair Work Ombudsman.

For more detailed data, see our reference tables or average pay page. If you need to compare your role's pay, the job pay guide can help.

Summary

  • Minimum wage Victoria (National Minimum Wage): $26.44 per hour
  • Annual gross (38-hour week): $52,265.44
  • Fortnightly gross: $2,009.44
  • Super (12% on top): $6,271.85 per year
  • Estimated net annual after tax and Medicare: $45,020.50

Remember, award rates may be higher than the national minimum. The average full-time ordinary time earnings in Victoria (May 2026) were $2,041.10 per week, but that is an average, not the median for your job. Use our hourly conversion tool to calculate your own figures.

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Year, gross$52,245.4452 weeks at this rate

Starts at the adult National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026.

Level with the adult National Minimum Wage.

Mon$200.947.6 h
Tue$200.947.6 h
Wed$200.947.6 h
Thu$200.947.6 h
Fri$200.947.6 h
One fortnight$2,009.44 gross
  • Take-home
  • Tax
  • Medicare
Super 12%, paid on top$6,269.45 a year
Week
$1,004.72
Fortnight
$2,009.44
Take-home a year
$45,006.90
Tax + Medicare
$7,238.54
  • 16 h$21,998
  • 20 h$27,498
  • 24 h$32,997
  • 30 h$41,246
  • 38 h$52,245
  • 40 h$54,995

Resident tax for 2026–27 with the tax-free threshold. Medicare uses the 2025–26 single reduction thresholds. No HELP, no salary sacrifice, no Medicare levy surcharge. Super is 12% of ordinary earnings only, capped at the maximum contribution base.

Questions people ask next

What is the minimum wage in Victoria for 2026?

The National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, or $1,004.90 per week for a 38-hour week. For casual employees, the rate is $33.05 per hour including the 25% casual loading. Victoria also has award rates that may be higher than the national minimum; check your specific award on the Fair Work Ombudsman website.

How do I calculate annual pay from my hourly rate?

Multiply your hourly rate by your weekly hours and then by 52. For a standard 38-hour week: annual gross = hourly rate × 38 × 52. For example, at $26.44 per hour: 26.44 × 38 × 52 = $52,265.44. This assumes the same rate every week, no unpaid overtime, and no penalty rates.

Does the minimum wage include super and casual loading?

No. The National Minimum Wage is the base rate before super. Super guarantee of 12% is paid on top of ordinary earnings (up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830). Casual loading of 25% is added on top of the base rate for casual employees, so the casual minimum wage is $33.05 per hour. Award rates may also include allowances or penalty rates.

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