APS 2 base salaries at each Australian Public Service agency from its enterprise agreement, with take-home pay after tax in 2026–27.
An APS 2 earns $62,775 to $73,452 a year depending on the agency and pay point: about $2,009 to $2,286 a fortnight after tax.
APS 2 is the second of the six APS classifications below the Executive Levels.
APS 2 salary by agency
Rates from 12 March 2026. Take-home is after income tax and the Medicare levy for a full year in 2026–27; super and allowances aren't included. Tap a salary to open it in the pay calculator.
Common questions
What is the APS 2 salary in 2026?
Between $62,775 and $73,452 a year across the agencies here, from 12 March 2026: ATO $66,274 – $73,452; Treasury $65,619 – $69,966; Services Australia $64,202 – $69,288; Home Affairs $62,775 – $68,425; Defence $63,449 – $71,329.
How much is APS 2 after tax?
From about $2,009 a fortnight at $62,775 to $2,286 at $73,452, after income tax and the Medicare levy in 2026–27.
Which agency pays the most for APS 2?
Of the agencies here, ATO has the highest APS 2 pay point ($73,452) and Home Affairs the lowest starting salary ($62,775). Each agency sets its own pay points in its enterprise agreement.
Is super included?
No. APS agencies pay 15.4% employer super on top of these salaries, more than the super guarantee.
How do I move up within APS 2?
Through yearly pay progression, which differs between agencies: a pay point a year at some, a percentage at others. Compare the agreements.
Other levels: APS 1 · APS 3 · APS 4 · APS 5 · APS 6 · EL 1 · EL 2. All levels by agency: APS pay rates.
Sources: ATO · Treasury · Services Australia · Home Affairs · Defence. Checked 2026-10-15. Tax: ATO tax rates. General information only.