APS 5 base salaries at each Australian Public Service agency from its enterprise agreement, with take-home pay after tax in 2026–27.
An APS 5 earns $88,834 to $99,307 a year depending on the agency and pay point: about $2,688 to $2,962 a fortnight after tax.
APS 5 is the fifth of the six APS classifications below the Executive Levels.
APS 5 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 5 salary in 2026?
Between $88,834 and $99,307 a year across the agencies here, from 12 March 2026: ATO $93,676 – $99,307; Treasury $93,312 – $99,287; Services Australia $88,834 – $96,829; Home Affairs $88,834 – $96,829; Defence $89,841 – $96,829.
How much is APS 5 after tax?
From about $2,688 a fortnight at $88,834 to $2,962 at $99,307, after income tax and the Medicare levy in 2026–27.
Which agency pays the most for APS 5?
Of the agencies here, ATO has the highest APS 5 pay point ($99,307) and Services Australia the lowest starting salary ($88,834). 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 5?
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 4 · 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.