Brazil vs Mexico: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On R$520,000 (about MX$1,778,218) you take home R$380,899 in Brazil and MX$1,279,190 in Mexico (about R$374,070) — Brazil leaves you 2% more.
You keep more in Mexico up to about R$310,000, and more in Brazil above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Brazil | Mexico | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $24,918R$130,000MX$444,555 | $18,813R$98,149 | $20,178MX$360,000 | Mexico +7% |
| $40,251R$210,000MX$718,127 | $29,930R$156,149 | $31,301MX$558,442 | Mexico +5% |
| $59,419R$310,000MX$1,060,092 | $43,826R$228,649 | $44,186MX$788,327 | Mexico +1% |
| $80,503R$420,000MX$1,436,253 | $59,112R$308,399 | $58,750MX$1,048,167 | Brazil +1% |
| $99,670R$520,000MX$1,778,218 | $73,008R$380,899 | $71,699MX$1,279,190 | Brazil +2% |
| $149,505R$780,000MX$2,667,327 | $109,139R$569,399 | $104,591MX$1,866,002 | Brazil +4% |
| $191,674R$1,000,000MX$3,419,650 | $139,711R$728,899 | $132,422MX$2,362,535 | Brazil +6% |
| $306,678R$1,600,000MX$5,471,441 | $223,089R$1,163,899 | $208,121MX$3,713,080 | Brazil +7% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Brazil or Mexico?
At R$520,000, Brazil takes less of your pay: you keep 73% there, against 72% in Mexico.
What is the top tax rate in Brazil and Mexico?
The top income tax rate is 27.5% in Brazil and 35% in Mexico.
How much do I take home on R$520,000 in each?
On R$520,000 (about MX$1,778,218) you take home R$380,899 in Brazil and MX$1,279,190 in Mexico (about R$374,070).
2026 rules checked against gov.br. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details