Minimum wage in China (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in China and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in China is about CNÂ¥2,740 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly CNÂ¥2,261 net.
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How salary is taxed in China
Income tax in China is progressive: marginal rates rise from 3% to 45% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 17.5% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about CNÂ¥60,000 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 13%. For example, a gross salary of CNÂ¥12,307 per month leaves about CNÂ¥9,848 net, after CNÂ¥305 income tax and CNÂ¥2,154 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 19.98%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to CNÂ¥36,000 | 3% |
| Up to CNÂ¥144,000 | 10% |
| Up to CNÂ¥300,000 | 20% |
| Up to CNÂ¥420,000 | 25% |
| Up to CNÂ¥660,000 | 30% |
| Up to CNÂ¥960,000 | 35% |
| CNÂ¥960,000 and above | 45% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in China?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in China per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in China?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for China to the gross minimum wage to estimate the net monthly pay.
Minimum-wage figures are approximate, based on the latest available official rate.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026