Casual Loading Calculator Australia (2026–27)
Calculate total loaded casual hourly pay rates and compare base rates against loaded pay.
1. Base Pay & Loading Rate
$37.50 / hr
Includes $7.50/hr (25%) casual loading premium.
Total Weekly Gross Pay
$1,125.00
Based on 30 hours worked at loaded casual rate.
Casual Loading in Australian Employment
Casual loading replaces paid leave entitlements for casual workers under Modern Awards and National Employment Standards.
Disclaimer: This calculator is provided for general informational, educational, and casual loading estimation purposes only.
Charlotte Smith
Senior Personal Finance & Taxation Specialist at AussieSpot
Charlotte Smith is the lead personal finance advisor and workplace specialist at AussieSpot. Charlotte has over 12 years of experience helping Australian employees and employers understand Fair Work regulations, leave entitlements, and redundancy laws.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is casual loading under Australian Fair Work laws?
Casual loading is an extra 25% paid on top of the base hourly pay rate for casual employees to compensate for not receiving paid leave entitlements (such as annual leave and sick leave).