Average salary in Mexico (2026)
The average gross salary in Mexico and what it is worth after tax, as monthly net take-home pay.
A typical full-time employee in Mexico earns about MX$16,000 gross per month, which is roughly MX$13,830 net after income tax and social contributions.
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How salary is taxed in Mexico
Income tax in Mexico is progressive: marginal rates rise from 1.92% to 35% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 2.63% of gross salary. The standard VAT rate is 16%. For example, a gross salary of MX$16,000 per month leaves about MX$13,830 net, after MX$1,750 income tax and MX$420 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 13.56%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to MX$8,952 | 1.92% |
| Up to MX$75,985 | 6.4% |
| Up to MX$133,536 | 10.88% |
| Up to MX$155,230 | 16% |
| Up to MX$185,853 | 17.92% |
| Up to MX$374,838 | 21.36% |
| Up to MX$590,796 | 23.52% |
| Up to MX$1,127,927 | 30% |
| Up to MX$1,503,902 | 32% |
| Up to MX$4,511,707 | 34% |
| MX$4,511,707 and above | 35% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average salary in Mexico?
The figures above show the average gross monthly salary in Mexico and the net amount that remains after income tax and social contributions.
Is the average salary before or after tax?
The headline average is a gross figure. We also calculate the net (take-home) amount using the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Mexico.
Average-salary figures are approximate, based on the latest available national data.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026