NZ Super and minimum wage rates (2026)
This reference page brings together the current New Zealand Superannuation rates and minimum wage rates in one table, so you can check either figure without running a full calculation. For NZ Super, it shows the net rate per week, per fortnight and per year for three living situations: single and living alone, single and sharing, and a couple where both partners qualify. These figures are net of tax at the M tax code, so your actual payment will differ if you use a different tax code or have other income. For minimum wage, it shows the current hourly rate for adult, starting-out and training workers, then converts each to a weekly figure based on a 40-hour week and an annual figure, all before tax. Rates reflect the changes that take effect from 1 April 2026. Use this page as a quick lookup for a payslip check, a budget, or a conversation with an employer or Work and Income, then follow the links to the NZ Super rate calculator or the minimum wage calculator when you need a personalised figure that accounts for your own tax code, hours or income. Because government rates change each year and depend on your personal circumstances, treat the figures here as a general guide and confirm your exact entitlement with Work and Income and Employment New Zealand.
NZ Superannuation (net)
| Living situation | Per week | Per fortnight | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single, living alone | $555.15 | $1,110.30 | $28,868 |
| Single, sharing | $512.45 | $1,024.90 | $26,647 |
| Couple, each (both qualify) | $427.04 | $854.08 | $22,206 |
NZ Super is paid fortnightly to eligible residents aged 65 and over. Amounts shown are net at the M tax code; your net amount changes with your tax code and any other income.
Minimum wage (gross, from 1 April 2026)
| Type | Per hour | Per week (40h) | Per year (40h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $23.95 | $958.00 | $49,816 |
| Starting-out (80%) | $19.16 | $766.40 | $39,853 |
| Training (80%) | $19.16 | $766.40 | $39,853 |
The adult minimum wage is $23.95 an hour from 1 April 2026. The starting-out and training minimum wages are 80% of the adult rate.
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Last reviewed 2026-08-31.