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Hiring guidelines in Australia
- Pay & taxes
- Leave policy
- Termination
- Time-off
- Additional info
Pay & taxes
Leave policy
Termination
Time-off
Additional info
Minimum Wage Requirements
The minimum wage is AUD $3825,46 a month (AUD $882.80 a week). However, the minimum wage may be higher for specific industries. Please see the following link to calculate:
Individual Income Tax
The individual income tax ranges from 0% to 45%. Income tax is calculated according to progressive rates. Multiple additional factors may impact overall rates such as the household status, number of children, location, age, and marital status.
| Gross Annual Income | Tax Rate (%) |
|---|---|
| 0 Up to AUD 18,200 | 0% |
| AUD 18,201 Up to AUD 45,000 | 19% |
| AUD 45,001 Up to AUD 120,000 | 32.5% |
| AUD 120,001 Up to AUD 180,000 | 37% |
| Over AUD $180,001 | 45% |
Payroll Cost
The employer cost is generally estimated at roughly 16.4-18.5% of the employee's salary. However, the total charge may vary depending on the state the employee lives in.
- Superannuation guarantee charge - 11.0%
- Workers cover - 0.14-1.0%
- Payroll tax - 4.95-6.85%
If healthcare benefits are offered to the employee, a mandatory fringe benefit tax will apply. The fringe benefit tax amounts to 47% of the health insurance premium multiplied by a gross-up rate of 1.8868.
Overtime Pay & Maximum Hours
Standard working hours are 7.6 hours per day, 38 hours per week (1967 hours per year). The standard workweek is from Monday to Friday.