About The PAYE Calculator
Our mission: to make New Zealand pay and tax simple enough that anyone can understand what lands in their bank account, and why.
Why this site exists?
I started The PAYE Calculator because I kept seeing how confusing payslips can be. Tax codes, ACC, KiwiSaver and student loans all show up as separate lines, and most websites explain them in jargon. I wanted one clear place where you can type in your pay and see, in plain English, where every dollar goes.
How we keep the numbers accurate?
- Figures come from Inland Revenue (IRD), ACC and other New Zealand government sources.
- We review calculators and rate pages every April when the new tax year starts, and again whenever the rules change.
- Pages show a “last updated” date, so you can see how fresh they are.
- Spotted a mistake? Tell us through the Contact page and we will check it.
What this site is not?
We are an independent website. We are not run by, or connected to, Inland Revenue or any New Zealand government agency. Our calculators give estimates for planning only, and are not tax, legal or financial advice. For decisions about your own situation, please check with IRD or a qualified professional. Our full Disclaimer has the details.
Our promise
We will keep the site free to use, keep the explanations simple, and be open about where our numbers come from.