Income limits (current)

Below are the income limits for Recoverable Assistance Payments from 1 April 2026.

Family circumstances	Gross annual income limit
Single, 16 - 17 years	$45,716.84
Single, 18+ years	$52,541.32
Married, civil union or de facto couple (with or without children)	$76,315.72
Sole parent, 1 child	$63,756.68
Sole parent, 2+ children	$67,171.00

Previous rates

For previous rates see:

For rates prior to 1 April 2005 please contact Helpline.

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