1 US Dollar (USD) = 1.4242 Australian Dollar (AUD)
1 AUD = 0.702154 USD
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Convert USD to AUD
| US Dollar (USD) | Australian Dollar (AUD) |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 1.42 AUD |
| 5 USD | 7.12 AUD |
| 10 USD | 14.24 AUD |
| 25 USD | 35.60 AUD |
| 50 USD | 71.21 AUD |
| 100 USD | 142.42 AUD |
| 500 USD | 712.10 AUD |
| 1,000 USD | 1,424.19 AUD |
| 5,000 USD | 7,120.95 AUD |
| 10,000 USD | 14,241.90 AUD |
Convert AUD to USD
| Australian Dollar (AUD) | US Dollar (USD) |
|---|---|
| 1 AUD | 0.70 USD |
| 5 AUD | 3.51 USD |
| 10 AUD | 7.02 USD |
| 25 AUD | 17.55 USD |
| 50 AUD | 35.11 USD |
| 100 AUD | 70.22 USD |
| 500 AUD | 351.08 USD |
| 1,000 AUD | 702.15 USD |
| 5,000 AUD | 3,510.77 USD |
| 10,000 AUD | 7,021.54 USD |
USD to AUD rate, last 30 days
Over the last 30 days, 1 USD ranged from 1.4172 to 1.4453 AUD (-1.03%).
USD to AUD performance
Over the past year the US Dollar has weakened against the Australian Dollar: one USD now buys 6.84% less AUD than it did. Since Nov 1, 2025 the rate has ranged from 1.3777 (May 13, 2026) to 1.5487 (Nov 20, 2025). Today's rate is 8.0% below that high. Over the last month it moved an average of 0.21% per day.
| 7 days | 30 days | 90 days | 1 year |
|---|---|---|---|
| -0.04% | -0.99% | +0.36% | -6.84% |
Change in the value of 1 USD measured in AUD, based on daily closing rates.
What exchange rate markups cost on USD to AUD
At today's mid-market rate, 1,000 USD converts to 1,424.19 AUD. Most banks and card providers do not give you this rate; they add a markup instead of, or as well as, a fee.
| Markup on the rate | You receive | Hidden cost |
|---|---|---|
| None (mid-market) | 1,424.19 AUD | - |
| 0.5% | 1,417.07 AUD | 7.12 AUD |
| 1% | 1,409.95 AUD | 14.24 AUD |
| 2% | 1,395.71 AUD | 28.48 AUD |
| 3% | 1,381.46 AUD | 42.73 AUD |
To compare providers, ask how much AUD will arrive for the same amount of USD, after all fees. The closer it is to the mid-market figure, the cheaper the transfer.
About the US Dollar and the Australian Dollar
US Dollar (USD)
The currency of the United States, issued by the Federal Reserve. Symbol: $. It is the world's main reserve currency and is used to price most commodities and cryptocurrencies.
Australian Dollar (AUD)
The currency of Australia, issued by the Reserve Bank of Australia. Symbol: A$. The Aussie dollar is closely linked to commodity prices and demand from China.
What moves the USD/AUD rate
- Interest rate decisions by the Federal Reserve and the Reserve Bank of Australia. Higher rates tend to attract investment and strengthen a currency.
- Inflation and economic growth in the United States compared with Australia.
- Trade balances and capital flows between the two economies.
- Global risk appetite: in times of stress, investors move into safe-haven currencies such as the US dollar, Swiss franc and Japanese yen.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 1 USD in AUD today?+
1 US Dollar (USD) is 1.4242 Australian Dollar (AUD) as of Nov 2, 2026, 6:10 AM UTC. Sonic Wallet refreshes this exchange rate every hour.
How much is 100 USD in AUD?+
100 USD is about 142.42 AUD, and 1,000 USD is about 1,424.19 AUD at the current mid-market rate.
How much is 1 AUD in USD?+
1 Australian Dollar (AUD) is 0.702154 US Dollar (USD).
What was the highest USD to AUD rate in the last 30 days?+
Over the last 30 days the USD to AUD rate ranged from a low of 1.4172 to a high of 1.4453, a change of -1.03%.
Is this the exchange rate I will get?+
The rates shown are indicative mid-market rates, the midpoint between buy and sell prices on global currency markets. Banks and transfer services usually add a markup. Sonic Wallet shows you the exact rate and fee before you send money.
What was the highest USD to AUD rate in the past year?+
In the past 52 weeks the USD to AUD rate peaked at 1.5487 on Nov 20, 2025 and fell as low as 1.3777 on May 13, 2026.
Is the US Dollar getting stronger against the Australian Dollar?+
Over the past year the US Dollar has weakened against the Australian Dollar: one USD now buys 6.84% less AUD than it did.
What affects the USD/AUD exchange rate?+
Mainly the difference between interest rates set by the Federal Reserve and the Reserve Bank of Australia, inflation and growth in the United States compared with Australia, trade flows, and global risk appetite.
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