Radiography Salary: How to Convert Your Hourly Rate to Annual Pay
A radiographer on the Health Professionals and Support Services Award earns at least the award minimum (from 1 July 2026, award rates increased by 4.75%), which for a full-time employee on 38 hours per week gives an annual gross salary of hourly rate × 38 × 52.
Understanding Your Radiography Salary
If you are a radiographer or considering a career in medical imaging, knowing how your hourly rate translates into an annual salary is essential. This guide explains the conversion formula, the relevant award, tax, and superannuation, using official figures from the Fair Work Ombudsman, Fair Work Commission, and Australian Taxation Office.
The Formula: Hourly to Annual
The standard calculation for annual gross pay is:
Hourly rate × hours per week × 52 weeks
We assume a full-time week of 38 hours, as defined under the National Employment Standards. For example, if your radiography salary is $35 per hour:
$35 × 38 × 52 = $69,160 per year
This figure is your gross income before tax, Medicare levy, and superannuation. It assumes you work the same hours every week with no unpaid overtime, penalty rates, or allowances.
Award Coverage for Radiographers
Most radiographers in Australia are covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020 [MA000027]. The Fair Work Ombudsman publishes pay guides for this award, which include minimum rates for each classification level. From 1 July 2026, all award minimum wages increased by 4.75% following the Annual Wage Review.
To find your exact rate, refer to the pay guides on our site or the Fair Work Ombudsman’s Pay and Conditions Tool. The award also specifies wage-related allowances and penalty rates, which are not included in the simple hourly-to-annual conversion.
National Minimum Wage vs Award Rates
The National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, or $1,004.90 per week for 38 hours. Casual employees receive an additional 25% loading, making the casual minimum $33.05 per hour. However, radiographers are almost always paid above the minimum under their award. The award rate for a Health Professional employee Level 1 (year 1) is higher than the National Minimum Wage; check the latest pay guide for the precise figure.
Fortnightly and Weekly Pay
If you are paid fortnightly, multiply your weekly pay by two. For a $35 per hour radiographer:
- Weekly: $35 × 38 = $1,330
- Fortnightly: $1,330 × 2 = $2,660
This helps when budgeting between pay cycles.
Tax on Your Radiography Salary
Your annual gross pay is subject to Australian resident tax rates for 2026–27:
- Nil on the first $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
Additionally, the Medicare levy is generally 2% of your taxable income. For 2025–26, the single reduction threshold is used here (the 2026–27 thresholds were not confirmed at the time of this estimate). Use our take-home pay calculator to see your net income after tax and Medicare.
Superannuation Paid on Top
Employers must pay superannuation guarantee contributions of 12% of your ordinary earnings (from 1 July 2026). This is paid on top of your salary, not deducted from it. For a $69,160 annual salary, the super contribution would be $8,299.20, up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830. Super is not included in your gross pay figure; it is an additional benefit.
Example: Radiography Salary Calculation
Let’s assume a radiographer earns $38 per hour under the award (Level 2, experienced).
- Annual gross: $38 × 38 × 52 = $75,088
- Fortnightly gross: ($38 × 38) × 2 = $2,888
- Super (12%): $9,010.56
- Estimated tax (2026–27): approximately $15,088 (using the scale above, plus 2% Medicare)
- Estimated take-home: around $60,000 per year
This is an estimate; your actual tax may vary depending on deductions and the Medicare levy surcharge.
Using Our Tools
Our timesheet lets you enter your base hourly rate and optionally add 25% casual loading. Never enter a rate that already includes casual loading; use the checkbox instead. The tool calculates your annual, monthly, fortnightly, and weekly figures, plus estimated tax and super.
For more detailed award rates, visit our reference tables. You can also explore average pay for health professionals or casual loading rules.
Important Notes
- The conversion assumes a consistent 38-hour week. If you work part-time or overtime, adjust accordingly.
- Penalty rates, allowances, and salary sacrifice are not included.
- Super is capped at the $270,830 maximum contribution base.
- Tax estimates use the 2026–27 resident scale with the full tax-free threshold and the 2025–26 Medicare reduction thresholds.
- This information is a guide only. Always refer to the relevant award and the ATO for your personal circumstances.
Radiography Salary Outlook
Radiography is a skilled profession with strong demand. While the award provides a minimum, many employers offer above-award rates. The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Average Weekly Earnings (May 2026) for full-time adult ordinary time was $2,083.70 per week, or about $108,352 per year. Radiographers may earn close to or above this average depending on experience and location.
For the most current radiography salary data, consult the Fair Work Ombudsman’s pay guides and the Fair Work Commission’s Modern Awards Pay Database.
Summary
To find your radiography salary:
- Identify your award classification.
- Find your hourly rate from the pay guide.
- Multiply by 38 hours and 52 weeks.
- Add 12% super on top.
- Deduct tax and Medicare for your take-home estimate.
Use our hourly conversion tool to do the math instantly.
Open the same rate on the home timesheet. Read the reference tables before treating a figure as your pay.