Belgium vs Mexico: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about MX$1,782,896) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and MX$1,282,277 in Mexico (about €63,290) — Mexico leaves you 32% more.
You keep more in Belgium up to about €35,000, and more in Mexico above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Belgium | Mexico | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €21,603 | MX$360,861 | Belgium +21% |
| $40K | €28,430 | MX$552,377 | Belgium +4% |
| $60K | €33,547 | MX$797,629 | Mexico +17% |
| $80K | €40,825 | MX$1,035,899 | Mexico +25% |
| $100K | €48,073 | MX$1,282,277 | Mexico +32% |
| $150K | €65,050 | MX$1,843,890 | Mexico +40% |
| $200K | €85,262 | MX$2,512,476 | Mexico +45% |
| $300K | €117,600 | MX$3,580,613 | Mexico +50% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Belgium or Mexico?
At €88,000, Mexico takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 55% in Belgium.
What is the top tax rate in Belgium and Mexico?
The top income tax rate is 53.5% in Belgium and 35% in Mexico.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about MX$1,782,896) you take home €48,073 in Belgium and MX$1,282,277 in Mexico (about €63,290).
2026 rules checked against fin.belgium.be. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details