Australian minimum wage and take-home pay, 2026
From 1 July 2026, the national minimum wage for adult award/agreement-free employees is $26.44 an hour, or $1,004.90 for 38 ordinary hours a week.
| Hours/week | Gross/year | Estimated net/year | Net/month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | $27,498 | $26,803 | $2,234 |
| 30 | $41,246 | $37,477 | $3,123 |
| 38 | $52,255 | $45,229 | $3,769 |
| 40 | $54,995 | $47,052 | $3,921 |
Important details
Many Australian workers are covered by an award or enterprise agreement with its own minimum rates, penalties and allowances. Casual employees may receive a casual loading, and junior, apprentice and trainee rates can differ. The estimates above use resident tax settings, simplified LITO and Medicare levy assumptions; they are not a wage-entitlement or payroll ruling.
Official sources: Fair Work Commission national minimum wage and Fair Work Ombudsman 2026 wage review.