Sick Leave Calculator
Work out the value of your accrued sick (personal/carer's) leave in Australia. Enter your gross daily pay and the days accrued. Full-time employees accrue ten days a year.
How we estimate this
Full-time employees in Australia accrue 10 days of paid personal/carer's leave a year, which rolls over if unused. This shows the gross value of your accrued days at your current rate.
Pricing reviewed: October 2026.
Understanding sick leaves in Australia
Full-time employees in Australia accrue 10 days of paid personal/carer's leave a year, which rolls over if unused. This shows the gross value of your accrued days at your current rate.
Unlike annual leave, sick leave is generally NOT paid out when you leave a job, it simply stops. This figure reflects its value while you are employed.
Frequently asked questions
How much sick leave do I accrue in Australia?
Full-time employees accrue 10 days of paid personal/carer's leave a year, which rolls over if unused. Part-timers accrue pro rata.
Is sick leave paid out when I leave a job?
No, unlike annual leave, accrued sick (personal) leave is generally not paid out on termination. It has value only while you are employed.
Are you a accountant / payroll business?
Everyone on this page is working out what sick leave costs because they are ready to hire. Put your business right beneath the calculator, in your state, so you are who they find. From $50/mo.