NZ Super (the New Zealand Government's universal age pension) is paid fortnightly to eligible residents 65 and over. The exact amount depends on your living situation and tax code, and participants are paid on a specific schedule (typically every second Tuesday). As of early 2025, many sources show fortnightly after-tax (M code) figures in the range of roughly:
- Single, living alone or with a dependent child: about NZ$1,076 to NZ$1,039 per fortnight (after tax, depending on year and exact tax code)
- Single, living with someone who is not a partner: around NZ$994 to NZ$959 per fortnight
- Married/de facto couples (one partner qualifies): around NZ$828 to NZ$787 per fortnight
- Married/de facto couples (both qualify): around NZ$1,657 to NZ$1,393 per fortnight combined
Notes and caveats:
- The precise amount varies with the tax code used (M vs other codes), and with any other income you might have (which can affect tax deductions and net pay).
- Rates are typically updated annually on 1 April to reflect inflation and wage changes, so amounts can differ year to year.
- NZ Super is not means-tested by income or assets, but total retirement income needs can influence decisions about work, housing, and supplements.
If you’d like, I can look up the exact current fortnightly amounts for your living situation and tax code, or explain how to estimate your own likely NZ Super payment based on your details (age, living arrangements, tax code).
