Minimum wage in Greece (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Greece and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Greece is about €968 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly €823 net.
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How salary is taxed in Greece
Income tax in Greece is progressive: marginal rates rise from 9% to 44% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 13.87% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about €8,633 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 24%. For example, a gross salary of €1,342 per month leaves about €1,117 net, after €39 income tax and €186 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 16.8%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to €10,000 | 9% |
| Up to €20,000 | 20% |
| Up to €30,000 | 26% |
| Up to €40,000 | 34% |
| Up to €60,000 | 39% |
| €60,000 and above | 44% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Greece?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Greece per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Greece?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Greece 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