Minimum wage in Estonia (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Estonia and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Estonia is about €886 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly €820 net.
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How salary is taxed in Estonia
Income tax in Estonia is a flat 22% on taxable income. Employees also pay social contributions of around 3.6% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about €8,400 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 24%. For example, a gross salary of €2,092 per month leaves about €1,727 net, after €290 income tax and €75 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 17.45%.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Estonia?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Estonia per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Estonia?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Estonia to the gross minimum wage to estimate the net monthly pay.
Minimum-wage figures are approximate, based on the latest available official rate.
Estimates based on 2026 rates. For guidance only, not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026