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Germany Salary Calculator

Income tax in Germany is progressive, meaning the rate increases with income. For the 2024 tax year, income up to €11,604 is tax-free. The tax rate starts at 14% for income above this threshold, gradually rising to 42% for income exceeding €66,760, and capping at 45% for income above €277,825. Additionally, Germany uses a tax class (Steuerklasse) system, which determines how much tax is deducted from employment income based on factors such as marital status, number of dependents, etc.

For more detailed information, check out Taxes in Germany, or use the calculator below to estimate your take-home pay.

A quick start guide:

  • Use the slider to set your gross annual salary or income.
  • Select your currency. By default, it's set to the country's official currency.
  • If prompted, select your tax class from the drop-down.
€ 40000

Annual net income:

€ 11741 $ 0000

Monthly net income:

€ 978 $ 0000

Based on available statistics, the average salary in Germany is €51876 per year, or €4323 per month, before taxes.

Keep in mind that the salaries you’re offered when relocating may differ from those you can get already living in the country.

Disclaimer: The information provided by this tax calculator is for general informational purposes only and should not be used for tax, legal, or accounting purposes. The calculator also does not take into account your specific circumstances (personal allowances, deductions, and so on), which may affect the net income amount.

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