How do I convert my hourly rate to an annual salary?

Multiply your hourly rate by the number of hours you work per week, then by 52 weeks. For a standard full-time role of 38 hours per week, the formula is: hourly rate × 38 × 52. This gives your gross annual pay before tax and super. For example, at the National Minimum Wage of $26.44 per hour, the annual gross is $26.44 × 38 × 52 = $52,245.44.

What is the casual loading for a physiotherapist?

Under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020, casual employees receive a 25% loading on top of the minimum hourly rate. This loading is paid instead of entitlements like paid leave. On the [timesheet](/), you can check a box to add 25% casual loading to your base rate. Do not enter a rate that already includes the loading.

Physiotherapist Salary Melbourne: Hourly to Annual Pay Guide

Q: How much super do I get on top of my salary?

The super guarantee rate is 12% of your ordinary earnings, paid by your employer on top of your salary. For 2026–27, the maximum contribution base is $270,830. Super is not deducted from your pay; it is an additional benefit. For more details, see [super and packaging](/topics/super-and-packaging).

For a physiotherapist in Melbourne under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020, the minimum hourly rate is set by the award, but market rates from SEEK suggest an average around $86,567 per year (based on 38 hours per week).

Understanding Your Physiotherapist Salary in Melbourne

If you are a physiotherapist in Melbourne or considering a role in the city, you likely want to know how your hourly rate or salary offer converts to annual, fortnightly, and after-tax figures. This guide uses official data from the Fair Work Ombudsman, Fair Work Commission, Australian Bureau of Statistics, and Australian Taxation Office to give you a clear picture. We focus on a standard 38-hour week, a 52-week year, and explain how casual loading and superannuation work.

Hourly to Annual Conversion

The basic formula to estimate annual gross pay is:

Hourly rate × hours per week × 52 weeks

For full-time employees, we assume 38 hours per week (the standard under the National Employment Standards). If you work different hours, adjust accordingly. For example, if you earn $40 per hour as a physiotherapist:

$40 × 38 × 52 = $79,040 per year

This is your gross annual income before tax and super. The hourly conversion page has more examples.

Fortnightly Pay

Many employers pay fortnightly. To find your gross fortnightly pay, multiply your weekly pay by 2. Using the same $40/hour example:

Weekly: $40 × 38 = $1,520 Fortnightly: $1,520 × 2 = $3,040

This is useful for budgeting and comparing with job advertisements that quote fortnightly amounts.

National Minimum Wage vs Award Rates

From 1 July 2026, the National Minimum Wage is $26.44 per hour, or $1,004.90 per week for 38 hours. However, most physiotherapists are covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020 (HPSS Award). This award sets higher minimum rates based on classification levels. For the most current award rates, refer to the pay guides from the Fair Work Ombudsman or the Fair Work Commission’s Modern Awards Pay Database.

Award rates are the legal minimum. Many employers pay above award, especially in Melbourne’s competitive healthcare market. The average pay page shows broader market data.

Casual Loading

If you work as a casual physiotherapist, you are entitled to a 25% casual loading on top of the minimum hourly rate. This compensates for not receiving paid leave. On our timesheet, you can check a box to add 25% casual loading to your base rate. Do not enter a rate that already includes the loading. For example, if the award minimum is $35 per hour, the casual rate would be $35 × 1.25 = $43.75 per hour. See casual loading for more.

Superannuation

Employers must pay superannuation guarantee contributions of 12% of your ordinary earnings, on top of your salary. For 2026–27, the maximum contribution base is $270,830. Super is not deducted from your pay; it is an additional benefit. For a $79,040 annual salary, super would be $79,040 × 0.12 = $9,484.80 per year, paid into your super fund. Learn more on super and packaging.

Tax and Medicare

Income tax for 2026–27 uses the resident tax-free threshold of $18,200. The rates are:

$0–$18,200: nil
$18,201–$45,000: 15%
$45,001–$135,000: 30%
$135,001–$190,000: 37%
Over $190,000: 45%

Medicare levy is generally 2% of taxable income. The take-home pay page can help estimate your net income.

Physiotherapist Salary in Melbourne: Market Context

While award rates set the floor, actual physiotherapist salaries in Melbourne vary. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (May 2026), full-time adult average weekly ordinary time earnings are $2,083.70, which equates to about $108,352 per year. However, this covers all professions. For physiotherapists specifically, job advertisement data from SEEK shows an average advertised salary of around $86,567 per year nationally (based on 2,452 openings in Healthcare & Medical). Note that SEEK data is a market indicator, not an official statistic. The Fair Work Ombudsman and Fair Work Commission are the authoritative sources for minimum entitlements.

When comparing offers, always check the award classification and any enterprise agreements. Use our reference tables for quick comparisons.

Using the Calculator

Our timesheet, the home page, lets you enter your base hourly rate. You can add 25% casual loading with a checkbox. The tool then calculates annual gross, fortnightly pay, estimated tax, Medicare, and super. Remember: this is an estimate. 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 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.

For personalised advice, consult a tax professional or the Australian Taxation Office.