Austria vs Poland: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about PLN 384,455) you take home €56,018 in Austria and PLN 231,057 in Poland (about €52,888) — Austria leaves you 6% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Austria.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Austria | Poland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000PLN 96,114 | $21,123€18,580 | $18,081PLN 69,480 | Austria +17% |
| $39,791€35,000PLN 152,908 | $31,021€27,286 | $27,690PLN 106,407 | Austria +12% |
| $60,255€53,000PLN 231,547 | $42,489€37,373 | $38,108PLN 146,443 | Austria +11% |
| $79,582€70,000PLN 305,816 | $52,784€46,429 | $48,349PLN 185,797 | Austria +9% |
| $100,045€88,000PLN 384,455 | $63,686€56,018 | $60,127PLN 231,057 | Austria +6% |
| $147,794€130,000PLN 567,945 | $91,110€80,140 | $87,609PLN 336,663 | Austria +4% |
| $204,638€180,000PLN 786,385 | $123,299€108,454 | $120,325PLN 462,386 | Austria +2% |
| $295,589€260,000PLN 1,135,889 | $172,157€151,429 | $171,909PLN 660,611 | About the same |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Austria or Poland?
At €88,000, Austria takes less of your pay: you keep 64% there, against 60% in Poland.
What is the top tax rate in Austria and Poland?
The top income tax rate is 55% in Austria and 36% in Poland.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about PLN 384,455) you take home €56,018 in Austria and PLN 231,057 in Poland (about €52,888).
2026 rules checked against usp.gv.at. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details