Germany net salary calculator

Estimate net salary in Germany with tax class, church tax, and employee social security contributions.

Enter your gross salary and apply the special rules available for this country.

Complete the form to see the estimated annual and monthly net salary.
Disclaimer: Unofficial estimate. Not tax, legal, or payroll advice.

Tax year: 2026

Last updated: 2026-06-17

This is a net salary calculator based on gross salary for Germany. It uses a simplified model and transparently shows the main tax brackets and variables included in the estimate.

Tax brackets considered

  • Up to EUR 12,096 at 0%
  • Up to EUR 17,000 at 14%
  • Up to EUR 68,480 at 30%
  • Up to EUR 277,825 at 42%
  • Above EUR 277,825 at 45%

Variables considered

  • Gross salary input
  • Monthly or annual salary period
  • Tax class
  • Number of children
  • Apply church tax
  • Church tax region
  • Age 23+ and childless (care surcharge)