The rates for a full Age Pension for Australian residents for the period 20 March 2023 to 19 September 2023 are shown below. These include the pension and energy supplements.
Single: $1,064.00 per fortnight (approximately $27,664 per year)
Description | Amount |
Maximum base rate | $971.50 |
Maximum pension supplement | $78.40 |
Energy supplement | $14.10 |
Total (per fortnight) | $1,064.00 |
Total (per year) | $27,664 |
Couple (combined/living together): $1,604.00 per fortnight (approximately $41,704 per year)
Description | Amount (each) | Amount (combined) |
Maximum base rate | $732.30 | $1,464.60 |
Maximum pension supplement | $59.10 | $118.20 |
Energy supplement | $10.60 | $21.20 |
Total (per fortnight) | $802.00 | $1,604.00 |
Total (per year) | $20,852 | $41,704 |
Couples separated due to illness each receive the Single rate (see above), which combined is $2,128.00 (approximately $55,328 per year)
Couple (each): $802.00 per fortnight (approximately $20,852 per year)
To obtain the most accurate and up-to-date information on the current rates of the Age Pension, it is recommended to visit the official Services Australia website or contact Centrelink directly. They can provide personalized advice based on your specific situation and assist you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the Age Pension and its payment rates.