🇬🇧 United Kingdom vs Australia 🇦🇺
Compare income tax, social contributions, VAT and take-home pay between United Kingdom and Australia.
| Metric | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 🇦🇺 Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 45% | 45% |
| Social contributions | 8% | 2% |
| Standard VAT | 20% | 10% |
| Take-home pay (typical salary) | 84% | 85.5% |
| Public holidays | 5 | 7 |