How Much Age Pension If I Earn $3,000 Per Fortnight?
Earning $3,000 per fortnight? See exactly how much Age Pension you'll receive after the income test, plus rent assistance and other supplements. Based on March 2026 rates for a single person.
Last verified: 16 March 2026Income too high — Age Pension is $0
The cut-off for Age Pension is approximately $2,436.60/fortnight. Your income of $3,000/fn exceeds this limit.
Payment Breakdown
Your Income in Context
Weekly
$1,500.00
Fortnightly
$3,000.00
Annual
$78,000
How the Income Test Works
Earn up to $204.00/fn with no reduction (income free area)
Above $204.00: payment reduces by 50c per dollar
Total Fortnightly Income
That's approximately $1,500.00/week or $78,000/year
Taper Effect: $50 Less vs $50 More
Earn $2,950/fn
$0.00
Earn $3,000/fn
$0.00
Earn $3,050/fn
$0.00
Earning $50 more reduces your payment by $0.00, so your net gain is $50.00.
Tips for Age Pension Recipients
- You can earn up to $204.00/fortnight before your payment starts reducing.
- Your payment cuts off entirely at approximately $2,436.60/fortnight.
- Always report your income to Centrelink within 14 days to avoid overpayments and debts.
- Working Wage Credits may let you accumulate credits during low-income periods to offset future income.
- Even if you lose your payment, you may be eligible for a Low Income Health Care Card if your income is below the threshold.
Other payments at $3,000/fortnight
General information and estimates only — not financial, tax, or legal advice. Always verify with Services Australia.