The full Age Pension rates are uniform across Australia, including Queensland. This means the amount you receive for the full Age Pension in Qld is the same as in any other state or territory in Australia.
The Age Pension is designed to provide financial support to eligible older Australians. The exact amount of the full age pension depends on whether you are single or part of a couple.
Here are the current full Age Pension rates per fortnight:
| Pension Type | Fortnightly Rate |
|---|---|
| Single Rate | $1,047.10 |
| Couple (each) | $789.30 |
It's important to note that these figures represent the base "full age pension" amount. Your total fortnightly payment might be higher due to additional supplements, such as the maximum pension supplement and the energy supplement.
For example, a single person receiving the full Age Pension would receive $1,047.10 per fortnight. If they are also eligible for the maximum pension supplement ($83.20) and the energy supplement ($14.10), their total fortnightly payment would be $1,144.40. Similarly, for each member of a couple, the full age pension is $789.30, and with the maximum pension supplement ($62.70) and energy supplement ($10.60), their total payment would be $862.60 per fortnight.
