Austria vs Estonia: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €56,018 in Austria and €68,017 in Estonia (about €68,017) — Estonia leaves you 21% more.
You keep more in Austria up to about €22,000, and more in Estonia above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Austria | Estonia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000 | $21,123€18,580 | $20,907€18,390 | Austria +1% |
| $39,791€35,000 | $31,021€27,286 | $32,020€28,165 | Estonia +3% |
| $60,255€53,000 | $42,489€37,373 | $47,408€41,700 | Estonia +12% |
| $79,582€70,000 | $52,784€46,429 | $61,940€54,482 | Estonia +17% |
| $100,045€88,000 | $63,686€56,018 | $77,327€68,017 | Estonia +21% |
| $147,794€130,000 | $91,110€80,140 | $113,231€99,598 | Estonia +24% |
| $204,638€180,000 | $123,299€108,454 | $155,973€137,194 | Estonia +26% |
| $295,589€260,000 | $172,157€151,429 | $224,360€197,347 | Estonia +30% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Austria or Estonia?
At €88,000, Estonia takes less of your pay: you keep 77% there, against 64% in Austria.
What is the top tax rate in Austria and Estonia?
The top income tax rate is 55% in Austria and 22% in Estonia.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €56,018 in Austria and €68,017 in Estonia (about €68,017).
2026 rules checked against usp.gv.at. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details