Minimum wage in Turkey (2026)
The statutory minimum wage in Turkey and the net take-home pay it leaves after tax.
The gross minimum wage in Turkey is about TRY 26,006 per month. After income tax and social contributions that leaves roughly TRY 22,105 net.
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How salary is taxed in Turkey
Income tax in Turkey is progressive: marginal rates rise from 15% to 40% as income grows. Employees also pay social contributions of around 15% of gross salary. A tax-free allowance of about TRY 396,360 per year is deducted before income tax. The standard VAT rate is 20%. For example, a gross salary of TRY 55,000 per month leaves about TRY 44,692 net, after TRY 2,058 income tax and TRY 8,250 in social contributions, an effective deduction rate of 18.74%.
| Annual taxable income | Tax rate |
|---|---|
| Up to TRY 190,000 | 15% |
| Up to TRY 400,000 | 20% |
| Up to TRY 1,500,000 | 27% |
| Up to TRY 5,300,000 | 35% |
| TRY 5,300,000 and above | 40% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Turkey?
The figures above show the statutory gross minimum wage in Turkey per month, with the net take-home amount after tax and social contributions.
How much is the minimum wage after tax in Turkey?
We apply the current income-tax and social-contribution rates for Turkey 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