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Estimate tax on dividend income in Australia for 2026. Source: ATO – dividend imputation and franking.
Net Dividend
A$8,500
Effective Tax Rate
15.00%
Tax Amount
A$1,500
Gross Dividend
A$10,000
| Component | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend tax | 15.00% | A$1,500 |
Australia uses a dividend imputation system: companies pay tax on profits, and shareholders receive franking credits that offset their personal tax on dividends. Fully franked dividends often result in little or no extra tax for many taxpayers. This calculator uses an approximate 15% effective rate for franked dividends.
Unfranked or partly franked dividends are taxed at your marginal income tax rate. The effective outcome depends on your total income and the mix of franked and unfranked dividends.
Australia’s imputation system means franked dividends are largely tax-neutral for many investors; effective tax differs sharply from countries that tax dividends as ordinary income.
On A$8,000 gross dividends (single filer, 2026), tax in Australia is about A$1,200, leaving approximately A$6,800 after tax (effective rate 15.00%). Use the calculator above for your own amount and filing status.
Rates and allowances are from ATO – dividend imputation and franking for 2026. This calculator is for estimation only and does not constitute tax or investment advice; withholding and final tax can differ. Consult a qualified advisor or https://www.ato.gov.au/businesses-and-organisations/corporate-tax-measures-and-assurance/imputation for your situation.
In Australia, the dividend tax rate is 15.00%. Data is for 2026.
For example, on A$8,000 gross dividends (single filer), tax in Australia is about A$1,200, so you keep approximately A$6,800 after tax (effective rate 15.00%). Figures are estimates for 2026.
Australia does not apply a separate tax-free allowance for dividends in 2026; dividend income is taxed according to the standard rates (e.g. qualified dividend rate or as part of taxable income).
The remaining amount is taxed at 15.00%. Withholding may apply at source; final tax can depend on your total income and filing status. Data for 2026.
Yes. In Australia, dividend income is taxed separately from salary: dividends typically use a flat or preferential rate (e.g. 15.00%) rather than the full progressive income tax bands applied to wages. This calculator uses the dividend rates for 2026.
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