Worked example: $85,000 salary
Tax is $16,020 and the Medicare levy $1,700, leaving $67,280 a year — $2,587.69 a fortnight. If the offer letter says “$85,000 package including super”, your cash salary is really about $75,900 and take-home drops by roughly $6,200 — always check which figure you're entering.
Frequently asked questions
What is $85,000 a year per fortnight after tax?
Take-home pay is $67,280 a year, which is $2,587.69 a fortnight ($1,293.85 a week) after $16,020 of tax and $1,700 of Medicare levy.
Is super included in my salary figure?
Depends on your contract. 'Base salary' usually excludes super (employer adds 12% on top); 'total package' includes it. This calculator treats your entry as the cash salary — check which one your offer quotes, it changes the maths by thousands.
How much tax do I pay on $60,000?
$8,420 after the LITO offset, plus $1,200 Medicare levy — take-home $50,380. The LITO is worth $100 at this income and phases out completely by $66,667.
When do the 2026–27 rates start?
The Australian financial year runs 1 July to 30 June. The 15% rate for the $18,201–$45,000 band applies from 1 July 2026.
Rates checked against official sources on 1 November 2026: ATO tax rates — Australian residents. See how we calculate (AU) for the full method.