HECS Repayment on $150,000.00
See your HECS-HELP compulsory repayment on a $150,000.00 income at 2025-26 thresholds.
Last verified: 1 July 2025Quick Answer
On a $150,000.00 income, your HECS-HELP repayment is $13,500.00 per year ($519.23 per fortnight) at 9.0% (2025-26 rate).
HECS Repayment by Income
| Income | Annual Repayment | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $135,000.00 | $11,475.00 | 8.5% |
| $140,000.00 | $11,900.00 | 8.5% |
| $145,000.00 | $13,050.00 | 9.0% |
| $150,000.00 ← You | $13,500.00 | 9.0% |
| $155,000.00 | $14,725.00 | 9.5% |
| $160,000.00 | $16,000.00 | 10.0% |
| $165,000.00 | $16,500.00 | 10.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the HECS repayment on $150,000.00?
On a $150,000.00 repayment income, your compulsory HECS-HELP repayment is $13,500.00 per year ($519.23 per fortnight) at the 9.0% rate for 2025-26.
What is the HECS repayment threshold for 2025-26?
The minimum HECS-HELP repayment threshold for 2025-26 is $54,435. Below this income, no compulsory repayment is required. The rate starts at 1% and increases up to 10% for incomes above $159,664.
Is HECS repayment taken from every pay?
Yes. Your employer withholds HECS-HELP repayments from each pay based on your income and the ATO withholding schedule. The amount is included in your tax withholding.
Can I make voluntary HECS repayments?
Yes. You can make voluntary repayments at any time through the ATO. However, the 5% bonus for voluntary repayments over $500 was discontinued from 1 January 2022.
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