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Germany Salary Calculator
Enter a yearly, monthly or weekly salary to see the full breakdown on take-home pay in Germany — calculated from official 2026 government data.
Configure Your Scenario
Enter your gross salary in Germany to see the full breakdown.
Key Metrics
The four numbers that define your tax situation in Germany.
Germany Income Tax Overview
Germany uses a unique 'linear-progressive' zone system where the tax rate increases with every additional Euro earned. Social insurance contributions (pension, health, unemployment, care) are deducted before income tax. Higher earners also pay a solidarity surcharge (Soli) and church tax if applicable.
Where Your Money Goes
Visual decomposition of your gross salary into net pay and deductions.
Take-Home Pay
Complete Tax Breakdown
Every bracket, every contribution, every calculation step.
| Component | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Income Tax | ||
| €0 – €12,348 @ 0.0%0.0% | 0.0% | €0 |
| €12,349 – €17,543 @ 18.0%18.0% | 18.0% | €935 |
| €17,544 – €32,000 @ 26.0%26.0% | 26.0% | €3,759 |
| €32,001 – €52,882 @ 33.0%33.0% | 33.0% | €1,945 |
| Income Tax Subtotal | €6,639 | |
| Social Contributions | ||
| Health Insurance8.75% | 8.75% | €4,375 |
| Pension Insurance9.30% | 9.30% | €4,650 |
| Unemployment Insurance1.30% | 1.30% | €650 |
| Long-Term Care Insurance2.40% | 2.40% | €1,200 |
| Social Contributions Subtotal | €10,875 | |
| Total Deductions | €17,514 | |
| Net Annual Pay | €32,486 | |
Germany's income tax uses formula-based "progression zones." This calculator approximates those zones using bracketed rates, so results may differ slightly from official calculations (especially in mid-income ranges).
Estimate for relocation planning
This calculator provides a simplified estimate of income tax and mandatory social contributions. It is designed to help expats and relocating professionals compare take-home pay across countries, not to replace professional tax advice.
Assumes you are a full-year resident employee with a single gross salary.
Does not include deductions/credits, dependents, or special tax regimes.