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Working from home calculator

Estimate your claim using the ATO fixed rate method from the hours you worked at home.

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Result$364Estimated claim using the fixed rate method. It covers energy, phone, internet and stationery. Depreciation of equipment like a desk or laptop can be claimed separately.
Hours520
Rate$0.70
About per week (46 weeks)11 hours
How we worked this out

Fixed rate method: hours worked from home multiplied by the ATO rate per hour. You must keep a record of the hours and at least one bill for each running cost it covers. The actual cost method is also available and may suit a dedicated home office.

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General information only, not tax advice. Source: ato.gov.au. Rates are checked on 1 July each year. Last reviewed September 2026.