Rise in income thresholds for Medicare Levy Surcharge increase after 8 year freeze

The Medicare Levy Surcharge (MLS) is a tax imposed on Australian taxpayers who do not have private health insurance and earn above a certain income threshold. Its purpose is to encourage individuals to take out private hospital cover and to use the private health system to reduce the demand on the public health system.

According to ATOMLS income thresholds and rates from 2014–15 to 2022–23 are as follows:

The family income threshold is increased by $1,500 for each MLS dependent child after the first child.

According to ATOMLS income thresholds and rates for 2023–24 are as follows:

The family income threshold is increased by $1,500 for each MLS dependent child after the first child.

The income for MLS purposes is calculated based on the following sources of income:
1. Taxable income

    • include the net amount on which family trust distribution tax has been paid
    • don’t include any assessable first home super saver (FHSS) released amount for the income year under the FHSS scheme.

2. Reportable fringe benefits

3. Net investment losses

    • include the net amount on which family trust distribution tax has been paid
    • don’t include any assessable first home super saver (FHSS) released amount for the income year under the FHSS scheme.

4. Reportable super contributions

    • reportable employer super contributions
    • deductible personal super contributions.

5. If you have a spouse, their share of the net income of a trust on which the trustee must pay tax (under section 98 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936) and which has not been included in their taxable income.

 

If you had any exempt foreign employment income, add it to your taxable income if it is $1 or more.

you may be able to reduce your income for MLS purposes by any taxed element of the super lump sum, other than a death benefit, that does not exceed your low-rate cap If you meet both of the following conditions:

  • you or your spouse must be aged from your preservation age to under 60 years old
  • you or your spouse received a super lump sum.
The rise in income thresholds for MLS is good news for Australian taxpayers, as it means that more people will be exempt from or pay a lower rate of MLS. It is important to keep track of your income and understand how it is calculated for MLS purposes to ensure that you are paying the correct amount of tax.

Our team of experienced accountants at MKG Partners can help you navigate the complexities of the Medicare Levy Surcharge and ensure that you are meeting your obligations. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you.

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About MKG Partners

MKG Partners is a well- established practice located in the Southern suburbs of Perth. Our mission is to be a trusted advisor on matters concerning Personal and business taxation, Business Advice, Planning and Assistance, Superannuation, Corporate Compliance and Financial Planning

MKG Partners Locations

PERTH OFFICE
24 Augusta Street Willetton WA 6155
Phone: +61 8 9354 6500
Email: admin@mkgpartners.com.au

MALAYSIA OFFICE
Sunway Metro, 24-1, Jalan PJS
11/28, Bandar Sunway, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Email: admin@mkgpartners.com.au

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