If you're here to double-check the tax on your payslip, you’re in the right place - and you’re not alone. It’s always a good idea to understand what’s being withheld and why.
Our tax calculator uses official ATO tax rates to estimate your take-home pay after income tax. Most employers use payroll or accounting software that applies ATO-issued formulas and coefficients to calculate how much tax to withhold from your wages - whether you're paid weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or even quarterly.
The amounts on your payslip might differ slightly from what you see in the PAYG tax tables or our calculator. That’s because those formulas involve rounding, and any small differences usually work in the ATO’s favour. But don’t worry - any extra withheld will be refunded when your annual tax return is processed.
Also, keep in mind: annual tax calculations include offsets, benefits, and deductions, which aren’t factored into your regular payslip withholding. That’s why what you pay week to week might not reflect the final amount you owe (or get back) at tax time.
We hope this tool helps you understand your payslip a little better - thanks for using our site!
