💰 Salary Calculator
Salary calculator for 9 countries — gross to net and back, 2026 rates.
How it works
Calculate your take-home pay in seconds. Enter your gross or net monthly salary, choose your country, and get a complete breakdown of taxes, social contributions, and employer costs — updated for 2026.
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Your location is detected via IP so the right country is pre-selected.
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Choose Gross → Net to see take-home pay, or Net → Gross to find the matching gross.
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Enter your monthly salary in the input field.
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The breakdown shows every deduction line with its rate and amount.
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The employer section shows additional social charges paid on top of your gross.
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Change the country at any time using the country selector.
FAQ
What is the difference between gross and net salary?
Gross salary is the total amount before any deductions. Net salary (take-home pay) is what you actually receive after income tax and social security contributions are subtracted.
Why does the calculator use binary search for Net → Gross?
Progressive tax brackets make it impossible to invert the formula analytically. Binary search finds the gross value whose net equals your target, typically in under 60 iterations with sub-cent precision.
Are the UK rates up to date?
Yes. The calculator uses the 2026/27 tax year rates (from 6 April 2026): Personal Allowance £12,570, basic rate 20% (up to £50,270), higher rate 40% (up to £125,140), additional rate 45% above. Employee NI: 8% between £12,570–£50,270, 2% above. Employer NI: 15% above £5,000/year secondary threshold.
Does the calculator include the employer cost?
Yes. For every country the total employer cost section shows the social contributions the employer pays in addition to your gross salary.
Is this calculator accurate for tax planning?
It provides a close approximation based on standard rates and brackets. Individual circumstances (dependants, pensions, allowances) may affect your actual tax. Always consult a tax advisor for official figures.