How do I calculate my annual salary from an hourly rate?

Multiply your hourly rate by the number of hours you work each week, then by 52 weeks in a year. For a standard full-time role, that's hourly × 38 × 52. For example, $30/hour × 38 × 52 = $59,280 gross per year. If you work different hours, adjust the weekly figure.

What is salary packaging not for profit and how does it affect my pay?

Salary packaging not for profit allows employees of eligible not-for-profit organisations can use pre-tax income for certain expenses, reducing taxable income. This can increase your take-home pay but does not change your gross annual figure calculated from your hourly rate. The Australian Taxation Office sets the rules and caps.

Does the annual conversion include super and casual loading?

No. Super is paid on top of your ordinary earnings at 12% (2026–27 rate) and is not part of the hourly-to-annual formula. Casual loading of 25% is added on top of the base rate if you are casual, but you should not include that loading in the rate you type into a calculator. The conversion assumes the same rate every week without penalties or allowances.

How to Convert Hourly Rate to Annual Salary Including Salary Packaging Not for Profit

For a 38-hour week, annual gross pay equals your hourly rate multiplied by 38 hours per week and 52 weeks per year.

Converting Your Hourly Rate to Annual Pay

Understanding how your hourly rate translates to annual pay helps you compare job offers or plan your budget. The basic formula is straightforward: multiply your hourly rate by the hours you work each week, then multiply by 52 weeks in a year. For a standard full-time role, the assumption is a 38-hour week. This is the benchmark used by the Fair Work Commission for the National Minimum Wage and many award rates. If you work a different pattern, you can still use the same method—just replace 38 with your actual weekly hours.

The 38-Hour Week and the Fortnight

When you see a fortnightly pay slip, it's simply your weekly pay multiplied by two. For a 38-hour week, your fortnight is 76 hours. The annual figure is hourly × 38 × 52. For example, the National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, giving a weekly pay of $1,004.90 for 38 hours. Fortnightly that’s $2,009.80 before tax and super. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports average weekly earnings for full-time adult ordinary time is $2,083.70 per week (May 2026 average), which is higher than the minimum. That average is not a median for any specific job—it's a broad figure across all industries.

Tax and Super on Your Annual Pay

Once you have your annual gross (hourly × 38 × 52), you can estimate tax using the 2026–27 resident tax scale: tax-free up to $18,200, then 15% to $45,000, 30% to $135,000, 37% to $190,000, and 45% above that. Medicare levy adds 2% (with possible reductions if your income is below certain thresholds). Superannuation guarantee is 12% of your ordinary earnings, paid on top by your employer, up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830. So if your annual gross is $60,000, your employer pays an extra $7,200 into super, but that is not part of your take-home pay.

Salary Packaging Not for Profit

If you work for a not-for-profit organisation, you may be eligible for salary packaging not for profit. This allows you to use pre-tax income for items like rent, mortgage, or car expenses, reducing your taxable income and increasing your take-home pay. The Australian Taxation Office sets the rules and caps. When converting your hourly rate to annual pay, salary packaging does not change the gross figure—it only affects how much tax you pay. For example, if your annual gross is $70,000 and you package $15,000, your taxable income drops to $55,000, saving you tax. This is a valuable benefit but requires careful planning. See our super and packaging page for more details.

Casual Loading and Award Rates

Casual employees often receive a 25% loading on top of the base hourly rate. The National Minimum Wage for casuals is $33.05 per hour (including loading). When using a calculator, you should type the base rate without loading, then check a box to add 25% on top. Never type a rate that already includes casual loading. Award rates set by the Fair Work Commission can be higher than the minimum and may include penalty rates for overtime or shift work. Always check your specific award through pay guides or reference tables to see if you are entitled to more.

Using the Timesheet and Other Tools

Our the timesheet after tax and Medicare. Remember, these are estimates—they don't include unpaid overtime, penalty rates, allowances, or salary sacrifice. For your exact pay, refer to your payslip or contract.

Important Notes

The formula annual gross ≈ hourly × hours per week × 52 works for any consistent weekly hours. If you work part-time, say 20 hours per week, use 20 instead of 38. The fortnight is simply weekly × 2. The National Minimum Wage is set by the Fair Work Commission and reviewed annually. The ABS average weekly earnings are a useful benchmark but are not a median for any particular job. Always verify your award or agreement for your actual pay rate.

For more on how to compare job offers, see our job pay topic. And if you need to understand the difference between hourly and annual, visit hourly conversion.