$25 an hour, working full-time (38 hours per week) in Australia, equals approximately $49,400 per year in gross income. After tax, your take-home pay is approximately $42,083 per year — or around $1,619 per fortnight.
From Hourly Rate to Annual Salary
| Working hours | Annual gross |
|---|---|
| 38 hours/week × 52 weeks | $49,400 |
| 40 hours/week × 52 weeks | $52,000 |
Most Australian full-time awards use a 38-hour standard working week.
Take-Home Pay at $49,400 (38-hour week)
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Gross annual | $49,400 |
| Income tax | ~$6,808 |
| Medicare levy | ~$988 |
| Total tax | ~$7,796 |
| Net take-home (annual) | ~$41,604 |
| Monthly | ~$3,467 |
| Fortnightly | ~$1,600 |
| Weekly | ~$800 |
LITO of approximately $215 applied. Figures are estimates for a resident taxpayer with no HECS debt.
HECS-HELP
At $49,400, your income is below the HECS repayment threshold of $54,435. No compulsory HECS repayments apply.
Employer Super
Your employer also contributes 12% super (~$5,928/year) on top of your wage directly to your super fund.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is $25 an hour a good wage in Australia? $25/hour is slightly above the national minimum wage (approximately $24.10/hour for FY2025–26). It is common in retail, entry-level hospitality, and support work. It equates to a $49,400 annual salary.
How does $25/hour compare to minimum wage? The national minimum wage is approximately $24.10/hour for FY2025–26 (for non-award employees). $25/hour is marginally above minimum wage.
This article provides general tax information for FY2025–26. Figures are estimates based on standard resident tax rates. For advice tailored to your situation, speak with a registered tax agent. Find one through the Tax Practitioners Board register.