Bulgaria vs Italy: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €75,940 in Bulgaria and €51,259 in Italy (about €51,259) — Bulgaria leaves you 48% more.
You keep more in Italy up to about €22,000, and more in Bulgaria above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Bulgaria | Italy | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €17,071 | €18,506 | Italy +8% |
| $40K | €28,240 | €25,980 | Bulgaria +9% |
| $60K | €44,440 | €34,054 | Bulgaria +30% |
| $80K | €59,740 | €42,432 | Bulgaria +41% |
| $100K | €75,940 | €51,259 | Bulgaria +48% |
| $150K | €113,740 | €72,282 | Bulgaria +57% |
| $200K | €158,740 | €99,582 | Bulgaria +59% |
| $300K | €230,740 | €143,262 | Bulgaria +61% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Bulgaria or Italy?
At €88,000, Bulgaria takes less of your pay: you keep 86% there, against 58% in Italy.
What is the top tax rate in Bulgaria and Italy?
The top income tax rate is 10% in Bulgaria and 45.4% in Italy.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €75,940 in Bulgaria and €51,259 in Italy (about €51,259).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details