Minimum wage in Ireland (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Ireland and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Ireland is about €2,282 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly €2,047 net.
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How salary is taxed in Ireland
Income tax in Ireland is progressive: marginal rates rise from 20% to 40% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 6.14% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about €20,000 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 23%. For example, a gross salary of €4,394 per month leaves about €3,633 net, after €492 income tax and €270 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 17.33%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to €44,000 | 20% |
| €44,000 and above | 40% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Ireland?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Ireland per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Ireland?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Ireland 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