After-Tax Pay by State Calculator Australia

Compare your after-tax pay across Australian states and territories. While income tax is federal, states have different indirect costs that affect your overall financial position.

Salary Details

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Federal Tax Breakdown

Income Tax:$14,842
Medicare Levy:$1,500
Superannuation:+$8,250

State Rankings

1Northern Territory
$58,528
State costs: $130/year
2Tasmania
$58,518
State costs: $140/year
3Queensland
$58,508
State costs: $150/year
4South Australia
$58,498
State costs: $160/year
5Western Australia
$58,488
State costs: $170/year
6Victoria
$58,478
State costs: $180/year
7Australian Capital Territory
$58,468
State costs: $190/year
8New South Wales
$58,458
State costs: $200/year

Best vs Worst

Northern Territory vs New South Wales

Difference: $70 annually

State Tax Details

Northern Territory

Stamp Duty Rate:5.5%
Land Tax Threshold:$25,000
WorkCover Rate:1.8%
Est. Annual Costs:$130

Tasmania

Stamp Duty Rate:4.0%
Land Tax Threshold:$50,000
WorkCover Rate:1.7%
Est. Annual Costs:$140

Queensland

Stamp Duty Rate:3.5%
Land Tax Threshold:$600,000
WorkCover Rate:1.3%
Est. Annual Costs:$150

South Australia

Stamp Duty Rate:4.5%
Land Tax Threshold:$450,000
WorkCover Rate:1.6%
Est. Annual Costs:$160

Important Notes

  • • Income tax is federal - same across all states
  • • Differences come from indirect costs and fees
  • • Cost of living varies significantly by city
  • • Consider property prices and lifestyle factors
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