Work From Home Deduction Calculator
Works out a working-from-home deduction using the ATO fixed rate method.
Your result
Estimate only. Results update as you type.
How this calculator works
Deduction = hours worked from home × fixed rate per hour (70 cents from 2024–25). Tax saving = deduction × marginal rate.
Worth knowing
The fixed rate method needs a record of actual hours for the whole year, such as a timesheet or diary. An estimate from a sample period is not enough.
Guides for this calculator
- How the Work From Home Deduction Calculator Works (With a Worked Example)
- Getting the Most From a Work From Home Deduction Calculator: Tips and Common Errors
Questions
- Are these results exact?
- They are estimates based on standard resident rates. Your actual tax depends on your full circumstances, offsets and any private health insurance position. The ATO’s own tools or a registered tax agent give a definitive answer.
- Do the calculators work for non-residents?
- No. Non-residents have different rates, no tax-free threshold and no Medicare levy. These calculators assume you are an Australian resident for tax purposes.
- When do tax rates change?
- Rates usually change on 1 July, the start of the Australian financial year. Check the ATO website each July for the current figures.
This calculator gives general estimates using published Australian rates and formulas. It doesn’t consider your personal circumstances. Check current figures with the ATO, your state government or a qualified professional before making decisions. See our disclaimer.