2026 decision snapshot
Calculated 2026 snapshot
Same gross salary, different net outcomes
The comparison holds gross salary constant and shows how national tax and social insurance systems change take-home pay.
| Country | Gross/year | Net/year | Tax + social contributions | Effective burden |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | €52,159 | €33,306 | €18,853 | 36.1% |
| Austria | €55,678 | €38,981 | €16,697 | 30.0% |
| Switzerland | €91,438 | €72,582 | €18,856 | 20.6% |
| USA | €54,761 | €42,986 | €11,775 | 21.5% |
| United Kingdom | €45,707 | €35,413 | €10,294 | 22.5% |
| Ireland | €38,006 | €32,136 | €5,870 | 15.4% |
| Canada | €42,227 | €32,270 | €9,957 | 23.6% |
| Australia | €55,018 | €42,896 | €12,122 | 22.0% |
Across eight countries, this page shows calculated net income at the national median salary, the selected rent assumption, groceries, external health costs, and the monthly amount left for a single household.