Bulgaria vs Portugal: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €75,940 in Bulgaria and €52,081 in Portugal (about €52,081) — Bulgaria leaves you 46% more.
You keep more in Portugal up to about €22,000, and more in Bulgaria above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Bulgaria | Portugal | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €17,071 | €17,098 | About the same |
| $40K | €28,240 | €24,996 | Bulgaria +13% |
| $60K | €44,440 | €34,824 | Bulgaria +28% |
| $80K | €59,740 | €43,206 | Bulgaria +38% |
| $100K | €75,940 | €52,081 | Bulgaria +46% |
| $150K | €113,740 | €70,909 | Bulgaria +60% |
| $200K | €158,740 | €92,936 | Bulgaria +71% |
| $300K | €230,740 | €128,180 | Bulgaria +80% |
Cost of living
Compare the cost of living in Sofia and LisbonMore comparisons
More for Bulgaria
More for Portugal
Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Bulgaria or Portugal?
At €88,000, Bulgaria takes less of your pay: you keep 86% there, against 59% in Portugal.
What is the top tax rate in Bulgaria and Portugal?
The top income tax rate is 10% in Bulgaria and 53% in Portugal.
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 €52,081 in Portugal (about €52,081).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details