Working Holiday Maker Tax Calculator
Estimate Australian income tax on a 417 or 462 working holiday visa using the current working holiday maker tax rates and brackets for 2026–27.
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Calculation breakdown
- Income tax
- WHM brackets applied to $55,000.00 = $9,750.00
- Net income
- $55,000.00 − $9,750.00 = $45,250.00
2026–27 working holiday maker tax brackets
| Income from | Income to | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0.00 | $45,000.00 | 15% |
| $45,000.00 | $135,000.00 | 30% |
| $135,000.00 | $190,000.00 | 37% |
| $190,000.00 | and over | 45% |
Assumptions
- Working holiday maker tax rates apply from the first dollar of income, with no tax-free threshold.
- The Medicare levy is excluded by default as most working holiday makers are exempt.
- Offsets such as LITO do not apply to working holiday makers.
- This estimate assumes all income is taxed at working holiday maker rates for the full year.
How this calculator works
Working holiday makers are taxed from the first dollar at 15% up to $45,000, then at resident-style marginal rates. Enter your annual taxable income to estimate tax, the optional Medicare levy and your net income.
Rates sourced from the Australian Taxation Office for the 2026–27 financial year. Last reviewed 01/07/2026.
Frequently asked questions
Do backpackers get the tax-free threshold?
No. Working holiday maker rates start at 15% from the first dollar earned.
Do I pay the Medicare levy?
Most working holiday makers are not Australian residents for Medicare purposes and are exempt, which is why the levy is optional here.
Will my employer withhold the right amount?
Only if they are a registered working holiday maker employer. Otherwise foreign resident rates may be withheld.
Results are estimates only and are not financial, tax, legal or credit advice.
Rates and thresholds are configured for the 2026–27 Australian financial year and should be reviewed when government settings change.