Cyprus vs Estonia: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €63,442 in Cyprus and €68,017 in Estonia (about €68,017) — Estonia leaves you 7% more.
You keep more in Cyprus up to about €35,000, and more in Estonia above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Cyprus | Estonia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000 | $22,148€19,481 | $20,907€18,390 | Cyprus +6% |
| $39,791€35,000 | $33,190€29,194 | $32,020€28,165 | Cyprus +4% |
| $60,255€53,000 | $46,559€40,953 | $47,408€41,700 | Estonia +2% |
| $79,582€70,000 | $58,614€51,557 | $61,940€54,482 | Estonia +6% |
| $100,045€88,000 | $72,126€63,442 | $77,327€68,017 | Estonia +7% |
| $147,794€130,000 | $102,341€90,019 | $113,231€99,598 | Estonia +11% |
| $204,638€180,000 | $138,311€121,658 | $155,973€137,194 | Estonia +13% |
| $295,589€260,000 | $197,428€173,658 | $224,360€197,347 | Estonia +14% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Cyprus or Estonia?
At €88,000, Estonia takes less of your pay: you keep 77% there, against 72% in Cyprus.
What is the top tax rate in Cyprus and Estonia?
The top income tax rate is 35% in Cyprus and 22% in Estonia.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €63,442 in Cyprus and €68,017 in Estonia (about €68,017).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details