Minimum wage in Latvia (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Latvia and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Latvia is about €740 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly €634 net.
Advertisement
How salary is taxed in Latvia
Income tax in Latvia is progressive: marginal rates rise from 25.5% to 36% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 10.5% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about €6,600 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 21%. For example, a gross salary of €1,815 per month leaves about €1,350 net, after €274 income tax and €191 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 25.6%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to €105,300 | 25.5% |
| Up to €200,000 | 33% |
| €200,000 and above | 36% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Latvia?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Latvia per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Latvia?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Latvia 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