Belgium vs Lithuania: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and €53,002 in Lithuania (about €53,002) — Lithuania leaves you 10% more.
You keep more in Belgium up to about €53,000, and more in Lithuania above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Belgium | Lithuania | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000 | $24,560€21,603 | $16,261€14,303 | Belgium +51% |
| $39,791€35,000 | $32,322€28,430 | $24,073€21,175 | Belgium +34% |
| $60,255€53,000 | $38,139€33,547 | $36,454€32,065 | Belgium +5% |
| $79,582€70,000 | $46,413€40,825 | $48,147€42,350 | Lithuania +4% |
| $100,045€88,000 | $54,653€48,073 | $60,257€53,002 | Lithuania +10% |
| $147,794€130,000 | $73,954€65,050 | $86,758€76,312 | Lithuania +17% |
| $204,638€180,000 | $96,933€85,262 | $120,897€106,341 | Lithuania +25% |
| $295,589€260,000 | $133,697€117,600 | $176,395€155,157 | Lithuania +32% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Belgium or Lithuania?
At €88,000, Lithuania takes less of your pay: you keep 60% there, against 55% in Belgium.
What is the top tax rate in Belgium and Lithuania?
The top income tax rate is 53.5% in Belgium and 32% in Lithuania.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and €53,002 in Lithuania (about €53,002).
2026 rules checked against fin.belgium.be. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details