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