🇺🇸 United States vs Australia 🇦🇺
Compare income tax, social contributions, VAT and take-home pay between United States and Australia.
| Metric | 🇺🇸 United States | 🇦🇺 Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 37% | 45% |
| Social contributions | 7.7% | 2% |
| Standard VAT | — | 10% |
| Take-home pay (typical salary) | 85.5% | 85.5% |
| Public holidays | 5 | 7 |