Life Insurance Online Life Insurance Calculator

Estimate your life insurance needs with our Life Insurance Calculator. Work out the right level of cover to protect your family and secure their financial future.

1 2 3 4

	Final Expenses			The expenses listed in this category represent amounts that your beneficiaries would generally require in the form of a lump sum.
	Funeral Expenses			Please provide an estimate amount to set aside to cover funeral expenses. This expense is, of course, very subjective to both the wishes and tastes of your family and any provisions you yourself may have made prior to dying.
	Medical Expenses			Depending on your health insurance arrangements, it is a good idea to make some allowance for final emergency medical expenses.
	Mortgage			This figure should include the mortgage on your residence as well as any investment properties if applicable. Most monthly mortgage statements provide a payout figure which includes the remainder of the principal and interest due. If you have your statement handy, please enter the number below. If not, please estimate.
	Loans & Debts			This number should include all debts (outside of the mortgage) – credit cards, car loans, store credit, personal loans etc.
	Day to Day Expenses			Make an allowance to cover short-term needs for groceries, petrol, clothing and other everyday items for a few months while your family adjusts.
	Childrens' Education			Enter the total amount that you anticipate spending for educating all children over their lifetime.
	Taxes			This figure should include any tax liabilities that you may leave behind. Income taxes are also collected for income earned in the year of your death.
	Rainy Day Fund			Specify an amount to be set aside to handle unforeseen events, usually a few months’ income.

	Continued Standard of Living			Establish the lump sum needed to provide an ongoing income for your family after your death, beyond mortgages, loans, and education.
	Annual Income Required			Enter the ongoing annual income your family would need after your death. Even with debts cleared, everyday expenses continue.
	Years Income Required			The number of years you wish to provide that income (e.g. until youngest child becomes an adult or spouse reaches retirement age).
	Assumed Interest Rate			Estimate a conservative long-term rate of return your family might earn on the invested lump sum (avoid risky/speculative assumptions).

	Existing Arrangements			Here we account for existing financial arrangements that would apply on your death.
	Death Cover in Superannuation			Amount payable from your super on death (may include insurance plus accumulated savings).
	Other Life Insurance Cover			Total benefit payable from any/all life insurance policies on your death.
	Liquid Assets			Estimate what your estate could realise from items such as shares, investments, and savings accounts.
	Company and Other Benefits			Annual value of any government or employer-related payments your family would receive after your death.
	Income Producing Assets			Total value of non-liquid income-producing assets (e.g. real estate), whether or not they would be sold.

	Result
				This calculation should be used as a guide only in calculating the amount of insurance that you will require. For a more detailed analysis we recommend that you consult a qualified financial adviser.

start your free life insurance quote comparison here

Share this calculator:

Life Insurance Articles

Life Insurance Essentials: Protecting Your Growing Aussie Family

Life insurance remains one of the most crucial considerations for new parents aspiring to provide a secure future for their growing families. The arrival of a child marks a transformative moment, redefining priorities and responsibilities. At its core, life insurance is a safety net, designed to offer financial protection and stability to loved ones in the event of an unforeseen tragedy. - read more

How Much Life Insurance Do You Really Need? A Family's Guide to Assessment

Life insurance is one of those cornerstones of financial planning that often gets overlooked. Yet, the importance of life insurance in safeguarding your family's future cannot be overstated. It's a robust financial instrument that provides peace of mind, knowing that your loved ones will be financially secure in the event of your untimely passing. This introductory section lays the groundwork for understanding why life insurance is pivotal in your family's financial health. - read more

Understanding the Role of Life Insurance in Your Estate Plan

Estate planning is a critical process that often goes overlooked, but it's essential for securing the financial future of your loved ones and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. It involves the careful organization and protection of an individual’s estate to minimize uncertainties and facilitate the smooth transfer of assets after their passing. While it may seem complex, understanding the basics of estate planning is necessary for every Australian adult, regardless of wealth. - read more

Securing Your Family's Future: How Life Insurance Offers Peace of Mind

Life is a tapestry of precious moments, each framed by the inevitable uncertainty that the future holds. The awareness that our paths are peppered with unpredictability can often cast a shadow of concern, affecting how we cherish the present. For many, the well-being of family remains the cornerstone of life's purpose, driving the need for a foundation that offers stability and reassurance in the face of life's unexpected challenges. - read more

Unexpected Illness & Injury: Navigating Financial Security for Your Family

Life is an unpredictable journey filled with twists and turns that can challenge even the most prepared among us. Sudden illnesses and unexpected injuries are just some of the uncertainties that can disrupt the harmony of family life. The emotional turmoil brought on by these circumstances is often compounded by the financial strain they can cause. It's during these trying times that the true value of peace of mind becomes clear. - read more

Insurance News

Amid Surging Profits, The Insurance Sector Faces Public Perception Hurdles

02 Oct 2025: Paige Estritori

The general insurance industry's after-tax profits rose significantly to $7.3 billion last financial year, marking its strongest performance in over a decade, according to actuarial group Taylor Fry. This impressive outcome was driven by lower-than-expected losses from catastrophes and robust investment returns. The previous year's figures, limited by accounting changes affecting data availability, saw comparable profits for nine months rising by 33% to $5.2 billion. - read more

Insurers Urged to Address 'Climate-Blind' Coverage

01 Oct 2025: Paige Estritori

The recent release of the first National Climate Risk Assessment provides stark evidence that climate risk is on the rise, particularly affecting regional Australia. The assessment highlights a significant issue within the insurance sector: a knowledge gap in the visibility of rural insurance portfolios. Insurers are often unaware of the full extent of assets needing protection, leaving portfolios underinsured and risks improperly priced. This gap is exacerbated by increasing climate volatility, presenting a formidable challenge for the sector. - read more

Surge in Mental Health Claims Puts Pressure on Australia's Insurance Industry

29 Sep 2025: Paige Estritori

Australia's life insurance sector is facing unprecedented challenges as mental health conditions have become the leading cause of total and permanent disability (TPD) claims. Recent data from the Council of Australian Life Insurers (CALI) reveals that mental health issues now account for nearly one-third of all TPD claims paid out. - read more

Rest Super Faces Class Action Over Alleged Wrongful Deduction of Income Protection Premiums

29 Sep 2025: Paige Estritori

Shine Lawyers has initiated class action proceedings in the Federal Court against Rest Superannuation, alleging that the fund wrongfully deducted income protection premiums from members' accounts between December 2008 and June 2019. The lawsuit claims that up to 500,000 Rest members may have been affected by these deductions. - read more

ASIC Initiates Legal Proceedings Against RACQ Insurance for Alleged Misleading Premium Notices

29 Sep 2025: Paige Estritori

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has commenced Federal Court proceedings against RACQ Insurance, a subsidiary of Insurance Australia Group (IAG), alleging that the insurer misled over 570,000 customers through deceptive premium comparison figures in renewal notices issued between September 2019 and December 2024. - read more

Click for more Insurance News

Knowledgebase

Insurance broker:
An agent acting on behalf of the insured (not the insurance company) who negotiates the terms and cover provided by the insurer in the insurance policy.

Life Insurance Online Life Insurance Calculator

Final Expenses

Continued Standard of Living

Existing Arrangements

Result

Share this calculator:

Start Here