Australia vs Malta: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On A$140,000 (about €86,471) you take home A$104,330 in Australia and €62,698 in Malta (about A$101,510) — Australia leaves you 3% more.
You keep more in Australia up to about A$140,000, and more in Malta above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Australia | Malta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,279A$36,000€22,236 | $23,390A$33,310 | $20,297€17,853 | Australia +15% |
| $40,025A$57,000€35,206 | $33,976A$48,385 | $30,578€26,896 | Australia +11% |
| $59,687A$85,000€52,501 | $47,244A$67,280 | $45,325€39,868 | Australia +4% |
| $77,242A$110,000€67,942 | $59,181A$84,280 | $57,588€50,654 | Australia +3% |
| $98,308A$140,000€86,471 | $73,260A$104,330 | $71,280€62,698 | Australia +3% |
| $147,462A$210,000€129,707 | $102,121A$145,430 | $103,231€90,802 | Malta +1% |
| $196,615A$280,000€172,943 | $128,172A$182,530 | $135,181€118,905 | Malta +5% |
| $301,945A$430,000€265,591 | $183,997A$262,030 | $203,645€179,126 | Malta +11% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Australia or Malta?
At A$140,000, Australia takes less of your pay: you keep 75% there, against 73% in Malta.
What is the top tax rate in Australia and Malta?
The top income tax rate is 47% in Australia and 35% in Malta.
How much do I take home on A$140,000 in each?
On A$140,000 (about €86,471) you take home A$104,330 in Australia and €62,698 in Malta (about A$101,510).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details