Average Australian pocket money rates by age
In Australia, national family financial benchmarks published by Moneysmart Australia (ASIC) outline average weekly pocket money Australia guidelines in Australian Dollars (AUD $):
| Age Group | Typical Australian Weekly Pocket Money (AUD $) | Common Australian Spending Expectations |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 5–7 | $4.00 – $7.00 AUD / week | School canteen snacks, small toys, piggy bank savings |
| Ages 8–10 | $8.00 – $12.00 AUD / week | School book fair, sports club treats, savings goals |
| Ages 11–13 | $12.00 – $18.00 AUD / week | Weekend cinema outings, mobile app credit, public transport (Opal/Myki) |
| Ages 14–17 | $20.00 – $35.00+ AUD / week | Shopping with peers, bus/train fares, clothing budget, weekend meals |
Popular Australian pocket money apps & debit cards
- Spriggy: Australia's leading pocket money app and prepaid Visa card designed for kids aged 6–17.
- Kit (Built by CommBank): Pocket money app featuring mini-money lessons and smart saving visual nudges.
- Dollarmites / Youth Banking: Commonwealth Bank and Westpac youth savings accounts.
Australian parenting recommendations
- Tackle School Canteen Days: Use pocket money to teach kids how to budget for their weekly canteen order.
- Enforce the 3-Jar Savings Rule: Split AUD funds into Save, Spend, and Give jars or digital vaults.