How much is a €5,000 gross monthly salary after tax (net, take-home) in Latvia?
For example, a gross salary of €5,000 per month leaves about €3,474 net, after €1,001 income tax and €525 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 30.52%.
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%.
Income tax brackets in Latvia (2026)
Annual taxable income
Tax rate
Up to €105,300
25.5%
Up to €200,000
33%
€200,000 and above
36%
Estimates based on 2026 rates. For guidance only, not tax advice.