Compare Two Job Offers
Put two job offers side by side and see which really pays more after tax, super and commuting.
Real hourly rate = take-home pay after commuting costs, divided by hours worked plus hours commuting, over the weeks you actually work.
Printed from ClearCalc (clearcalc.com.au/compare-jobs-calculator/). Estimates only, not financial advice.
Why a higher salary isn't always better
A $10,000 pay rise is worth about $6,800 after tax for most people, because income between $45,000 and $135,000 is taxed at 30% plus 2% Medicare. If the new job adds an hour of commuting a day and $60 a week in fuel or fares, a big part of that gain disappears. The calculator also shows a real hourly rate, which counts your commuting time as unpaid work.
Check how super is quoted
Some offers include super in the headline number. A $105,000 "package including super" is a salary of about $93,750, which is less than a $95,000 salary plus super. Always compare like with like.
Other things to weigh up
- Working from home days, which cut commuting costs and time.
- Extra leave, flexible hours, parental leave and training.
- Salary packaging options, such as a novated lease or health sector packaging.
- Job security and career growth.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a $10,000 pay rise after tax?
For incomes between $45,000 and $135,000, about $6,800. Between $135,000 and $190,000, about $6,100.
Should I count commuting time?
It's worth it. Ten extra hours of commuting a week is like working an extra day without pay. The real hourly rate shows that cost.
Does this include HECS-HELP?
No. HELP repayments rise with income, so a pay rise can mean a larger repayment. Use the pay calculator to include HELP.
Last reviewed October 2026. This calculator gives an estimate for general information only. Check important figures with the relevant government agency or a licensed professional.