Singapore salary calculator 2026
Calculate your net (take-home) pay in Singapore from your gross monthly salary.
| Pension contribution | -SGD 400 |
| Income tax | -SGD 0 |
| Net (take-home) | SGD 1,600 |
How salary is taxed in Singapore
Income tax in Singapore is progressive: marginal rates rise from 2% to 24% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 20% of gross salary. The standard VAT rate is 9%. For example, a gross salary of SGD 5,775 per month leaves about SGD 4,484 net, after SGD 136 income tax and SGD 1,155 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 22.35%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to SGD 20,000 | 0% |
| Up to SGD 30,000 | 2% |
| Up to SGD 40,000 | 3.5% |
| Up to SGD 80,000 | 7% |
| Up to SGD 120,000 | 11.5% |
| Up to SGD 160,000 | 15% |
| Up to SGD 200,000 | 18% |
| Up to SGD 320,000 | 20% |
| Up to SGD 500,000 | 22% |
| Up to SGD 1,000,000 | 23% |
| SGD 1,000,000 and above | 24% |
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Frequently asked questions
How is net salary calculated in Singapore?
We take your gross pay, subtract social and pension contributions, then apply income tax on the remaining taxable amount. What is left is your net (take-home) pay.
Is this calculator free?
Yes. Every calculator on the site is free, with no sign-up required.
Does it include social security and pension contributions?
Yes. Employee social and pension contributions for Singapore are subtracted before income tax is applied, so the result reflects real take-home pay.
How accurate is the result for Singapore?
It uses the standard rates and brackets for the current tax year in Singapore. Personal allowances, benefits or special deductions in your case may change the final figure slightly.
Can I check take-home pay for different gross salaries?
Yes. Enter any gross amount, or use the quick links above to see common salary levels for Singapore instantly.
Approximate 2026 estimate. Simplified model, verify before relying on it. Not tax advice.
Rates updated June 2026