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ETB 20,000 gross salary in Ethiopia: net pay
How much is a ETB 20,000 gross monthly salary after tax (net, take-home) in Ethiopia?
For example, a gross salary of ETB 20,000 per month leaves about ETB 13,650 net, after ETB 4,950 income tax and ETB 1,400 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 31.75%.
Net (take-home)
ETB 13,650
/month · 31.8% effective deduction rate
Net (take-home)Income taxBreakdown
| Pension contribution | -ETB 1,400 |
| Income tax | -ETB 4,950 |
| Net (take-home) | ETB 13,650 |
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How salary is taxed in Ethiopia
Income tax in Ethiopia is progressive: marginal rates rise from 15% to 35% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 7% of gross salary. The standard VAT rate is 15%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to ETB 24,000 | 0% |
| Up to ETB 48,000 | 15% |
| Up to ETB 84,000 | 20% |
| Up to ETB 120,000 | 25% |
| Up to ETB 168,000 | 30% |
| ETB 168,000 and above | 35% |
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026