How much is a €5,000 gross monthly salary after tax (net, take-home) in Estonia?
For example, a gross salary of €5,000 per month leaves about €3,914 net, after €906 income tax and €180 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 21.73%.
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%.
Estimates based on 2026 rates. For guidance only, not tax advice.