🇬🇧 United Kingdom vs United States 🇺🇸
Compare income tax, social contributions, VAT and take-home pay between United Kingdom and United States.
| Metric | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 🇺🇸 United States |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 45% | 37% |
| Social contributions | 8% | 7.7% |
| Standard VAT | 20% | — |
| Take-home pay (typical salary) | 84% | 85.5% |
| Public holidays | 5 | 5 |