APS 4 base salaries at each Australian Public Service agency from its enterprise agreement, with take-home pay after tax in 2026–27.
An APS 4 earns $79,322 to $91,199 a year depending on the agency and pay point: about $2,439 to $2,750 a fortnight after tax.
APS 4 is the fourth of the six APS classifications below the Executive Levels.
APS 4 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 4 salary in 2026?
Between $79,322 and $91,199 a year across the agencies here, from 12 March 2026: ATO $84,028 – $91,199; Treasury $82,995 – $87,337; Services Australia $79,322 – $87,886; Home Affairs $79,476 – $86,246; Defence $81,868 – $89,377.
How much is APS 4 after tax?
From about $2,439 a fortnight at $79,322 to $2,750 at $91,199, after income tax and the Medicare levy in 2026–27.
Which agency pays the most for APS 4?
Of the agencies here, ATO has the highest APS 4 pay point ($91,199) and Services Australia the lowest starting salary ($79,322). 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 4?
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 2 · APS 3 · 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.