Salary Calculator Results
Use the panel on the left to enter your gross salary, expand More Options to add extras, then click Calculate. The table below will show an estimate of your net pay in the Netherlands, alongside a full tax breakdown.
Your Take-Home Pay in Other Countries
The table below shows what take-home pay you can expect across different eurozone countries for the same gross salary you entered.
| Country | Tax | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | 37.6% |
€2,418
€2,418
-€666 |
-€666 |
| Germany | 34.7% |
€2,532
€2,532
-€552 |
-€552 |
| Belgium | 31.6% |
€2,649
€2,649
-€435 |
-€435 |
| Spain | 27.0% |
€2,831
€2,831
-€253 |
-€253 |
| Malta | 22.9% |
€2,986
€2,986
-€98 |
-€98 |
| Luxembourg | 22.5% |
€3,004
€3,004
-€80 |
-€80 |
| Netherlands | 20.4% |
€3,084
€3,084
– |
– |
| Ireland | 18.6% |
€3,153
€3,153
€69 |
€69 |
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Your Salary vs. Dutch Wages
The following chart outlines your before-tax earnings relative to the national average salary and minimum wage in the Netherlands.
Please note that the national figures assume full-time employment for the entire year, while your salary is calculated based on the settings you selected.
Average Salary in the Netherlands
According to the most recent figures from CBS (Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek), the average annual salary for employed and self-employed individuals in the Netherlands is €46,500 before taxes. This works out to a monthly take-home pay of €3,084, as determined by our calculator without accounting for the 30% ruling.
To get a better idea of what Dutch earners actually make, we can also look at the median salary, commonly referred to as "Jan Modaal" in the country. Unlike the average wage, which tends to be skewed by high earners, the median represents the middle value when all salaries are sorted from lowest to highest.
In 2024, the median gross salary in the Netherlands sits at €44,000 (€2,980 per month after tax), based on the latest macroeconomic report from CPB. If your salary is higher than this amount, then you are among the top 50% of all Dutch earners!
Dutch Minimum Wage
In 2025, the Dutch minimum wage for full-time employees over 21 years old is €14.06 per hour. Under full-time employment, a work week is usually 36–40 hours in the Netherlands. This translates to an annual gross salary of €29,245, which equates to €2,256 per month after tax.
| Age Group | Hourly Pay | Weekly Pay | Monthly Salary | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aged 21+ | €14.06 | €562.40 | €2,437 | €29,245 |
| Aged 20 | €11.25 | €450.00 | €1,950 | €23,400 |
| Aged 19 | €8.44 | €337.60 | €1,463 | €17,555 |
| Aged 18 | €7.03 | €281.20 | €1,219 | €14,622 |
What Is the 30 Percent Ruling?
The 30% ruling or tax facility in the Netherlands provides tax benefits for highly skilled foreign workers recruited or transferred to the country. The scheme allows tax-free reimbursement of up to 30% of the employee's gross salary for the first five years, provided that certain criteria are met.
To be eligible for the 30% ruling, after applying the reduction you must have a minimum taxable salary of €46,660 or €35,468 if you are under 30 years old and hold a master's degree. In addition, you must be employed by a company in the Netherlands, have a specific expertise not easily found on the Dutch labor market, having moved from more than 150 km away from the Dutch border, and agree in writing with your employer that the ruling applies to your situation.
Taxes and Credits Included in This Tax Calculator
Tax Year: 2025 – 2026
- Wage Tax (Loonbelasting): Is a progressive tax composed of three tax brackets — 9.32% for income below €38,441, then 37.48% for yearly earnings up to €76,817, and 49.50% for anything above that.
- National Insurance (Volksverzekeringen): Includes mandatory contributions that go towards pensions, financial protection for dependents in case of death, long-term medical care, and optional contributions for the Dutch child benefit scheme.
- General Tax Credit (Algemene Heffingskorting): Is a reduction on income tax applicable to everyone in the Netherlands and is aimed at easing the tax load for taxpayers in the lower- to middle-income brackets.
- Labor Tax Credit (Arbeidskorting): Is a tax relief that applies to all employees in the Netherlands. The amount of credit an employee can receive varies with their wage — it rises for lower and middle incomes and drops gradually for annual salaries exceeding €43,071.
The information provided on this site is intended for informational purposes only.
Please consult a qualified specialist such as an accountant or tax advisor for any major financial decisions.