Australia Capital Gains Tax Calculator 2024

Easily calculate your short-term and long-term capital gains tax. Use this calculator to estimate taxes on assets, including stocks, crypto, real estate, and more.

How to Calculate Capital Gains Tax in Australia (2024)

Step 1: Determine Your Capital Gain or Loss

Start by determining the difference between your purchase price and sale price of your assets. This amount is your capital gain or loss.

Example: You bought asset for AUD 5,000 and sold it for AUD 8,000. Your capital gain would be AUD 3,000.

Step 2: Check if Your Holding Period Qualifies for the CGT Discount

In Australia, if you've held your assets for over 12 months, you're eligible for a 50% capital gains tax (CGT) discount. This means only half of your capital gain is taxable.

Example: With a gain of AUD 3,000 from Step 1, if held for over 12 months, only AUD 1,500 would be subject to tax.

Step 3: Calculate Taxable Income from Assets

The taxable gain (from Step 2) is added to your other income for the year to determine the final tax rate. Use the following table to check which tax bracket applies.

Taxable IncomeTax Rate
Up to AUD 18,2000%
AUD 18,201 – AUD 45,00019%
AUD 45,001 – AUD 120,00032.5%
AUD 120,001 – AUD 180,00037%
Above AUD 180,00045%

Step 4: Use the Calculator

Enter your purchase and sale prices, select "Australia" as your country, and choose your holding period. The calculator will estimate the tax based on the data entered.

Example Scenarios

Example 1: Short-Term Holding (Less than 12 months)

You bought asset for AUD 2,000 and sold it for AUD 5,000 within 10 months. No CGT discount applies, so the full AUD 3,000 gain is added to your income and taxed.

Example 2: Long-Term Holding (More than 12 months)

You bought asset for AUD 5,000 and sold it for AUD 10,000 after 2 years. The gain is AUD 5,000, but with the 50% CGT discount, only AUD 2,500 is taxable.

Example 3: Additional Income

If you have a taxable gain of AUD 2,500 and other income of AUD 45,000, your total taxable income becomes AUD 47,500. Based on this bracket, your tax rate will be 32.5%.

Additional Resources

For more details, refer to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) official guidelines on assets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 50% CGT discount in Australia?

If you've held an asset for more than 12 months before selling it, you're eligible for a 50% discount on your taxable capital gain. This means only half of your gain will be subject to tax.

How does the calculator determine my taxable income?

The calculator adds your taxable capital gains to your other income to determine your total taxable income. It then applies the appropriate tax rates based on the Australian tax brackets for 2024.

How do I calculate short-term capital gains with this calculator?

For short-term gains (assets held for 12 months or less), enter the purchase and sale prices. The calculator will consider the full gain as taxable and add it to your income to estimate the tax.

What information do I need to use the calculator?

You'll need the purchase price, sale price, holding period, and any other income you earned during the year. These inputs allow the calculator to estimate your CGT and total tax liability.

Does the calculator handle assets sold at a loss?

Yes, if your sale price is lower than the purchase price, the calculator will show a capital loss. You can use this loss to offset future capital gains or carry it forward to future tax years.

How does the calculator apply tax brackets?

The calculator determines your total taxable income (capital gains + other income) and applies the Australian tax brackets for 2024 to calculate your tax liability.

How do I determine if I qualify for the CGT discount?

If you've held your asset for more than 12 months, you qualify for the 50% CGT discount. Select "long-term" holding in the calculator to apply the discount.

Can I use the calculator for real estate sales?

Yes, the calculator supports real estate sales. Enter your purchase and sale prices to calculate your taxable gain.

Does the calculator handle personal use assets?

No, capital gains tax does not apply to personal use assets, such as cars or furniture, under Australian tax law. The calculator is designed for taxable assets like stocks, real estate, and investments.