Estonia vs Poland: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about PLN 384,455) you take home €68,017 in Estonia and PLN 231,057 in Poland (about €52,888) — Estonia leaves you 29% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Estonia.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Estonia | Poland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000PLN 96,114 | $20,907€18,390 | $18,081PLN 69,480 | Estonia +16% |
| $39,791€35,000PLN 152,908 | $32,020€28,165 | $27,690PLN 106,407 | Estonia +16% |
| $60,255€53,000PLN 231,547 | $47,408€41,700 | $38,108PLN 146,443 | Estonia +24% |
| $79,582€70,000PLN 305,816 | $61,940€54,482 | $48,349PLN 185,797 | Estonia +28% |
| $100,045€88,000PLN 384,455 | $77,327€68,017 | $60,127PLN 231,057 | Estonia +29% |
| $147,794€130,000PLN 567,945 | $113,231€99,598 | $87,609PLN 336,663 | Estonia +29% |
| $204,638€180,000PLN 786,385 | $155,973€137,194 | $120,325PLN 462,386 | Estonia +30% |
| $295,589€260,000PLN 1,135,889 | $224,360€197,347 | $171,909PLN 660,611 | Estonia +31% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Estonia or Poland?
At €88,000, Estonia takes less of your pay: you keep 77% there, against 60% in Poland.
What is the top tax rate in Estonia and Poland?
The top income tax rate is 22% in Estonia and 36% in Poland.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about PLN 384,455) you take home €68,017 in Estonia and PLN 231,057 in Poland (about €52,888).
2026 rules checked against emta.ee. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details