Salary & Taxes

German income tax calculator

You enter your taxable income and receive income tax, solidarity surcharge and the average rate.

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 Calculator, calculation path and examples on one page

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Related guide: Gross and net salary in Germany – taxes, social charges and the payslip explained

Examples

Typical calculations

52,000 euros of taxable income.

Single

income tax per year: €11,257.61

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78,000 euros jointly assessed.

Married

income tax per year: €13,789.61

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30,000 euros without solidarity expenditure.

Lower income

income tax per year: €4,217.13

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What do I have to enter?

The calculator expects the taxable income, not your gross salary.

What is the difference between basic and split tariff?

With a splitting tariff, the joint income is halved, the tariff is applied to half and the result is then doubled.

Is the solidarity surcharge still relevant?

For many taxpayers it is completely or partially waived. The calculator only shows this in simplified form.

Is payroll tax the same as income tax?

The income tax is an advance payment. The final income tax only results from the tax assessment.

Why is my decision different?

For example, because of special expenses, child allowances, church tax or different types of income.

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Sources and notes

Rule status and context

source
Federal Ministry of Finance / Section 32a EStG
Stand
Tariff year 2026, checked on April 21, 2026
Note
Calculation according to Section 32a EStG in a simplified form.