How to Use the Rental Allowance Calculator

To use the Rent Allowance Calculator you will need to enter certain personal details. These details include:

  • Your categorisation - Member (with no resident family), a Accompanied Resident Family or a Unaccompanied Resident Family
  • Your rank
  • Your posting location
  • The estimated fortnightly rental amount

Note for a Accompanied Resident Family:

You will need to include your bedroom entitlement, if you are unsure how this is determined, refer to the ADF Pay and Conditions site.


Note for a Member (with no resident family) or a Unaccompanied Resident Family:

You will need to supply the number of occupants you share your rental accommodation with that are over the age 18.

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  • Disclaimer: This calculator is a tool for you to estimate the rate of rent allowance payable in different circumstances. The calculations are a guide only, and may not reflect the final amount payable.

    The details you enter are not stored, saved or used in anyway.