Germany vs Luxembourg: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €52,203 in Germany and €58,222 in Luxembourg (about €58,222) — Luxembourg leaves you 12% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Luxembourg.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Germany | Luxembourg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000 | $18,777€16,516 | $21,903€19,266 | Luxembourg +17% |
| $39,791€35,000 | $27,379€24,083 | $33,361€29,344 | Luxembourg +22% |
| $60,255€53,000 | $38,561€33,918 | $46,215€40,651 | Luxembourg +20% |
| $79,582€70,000 | $48,396€42,569 | $56,044€49,296 | Luxembourg +16% |
| $100,045€88,000 | $59,349€52,203 | $66,191€58,222 | Luxembourg +12% |
| $147,794€130,000 | $83,932€73,827 | $90,412€79,526 | Luxembourg +8% |
| $204,638€180,000 | $115,442€101,543 | $119,867€105,435 | Luxembourg +4% |
| $295,589€260,000 | $166,093€146,095 | $169,678€149,249 | Luxembourg +2% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Germany or Luxembourg?
At €88,000, Luxembourg takes less of your pay: you keep 66% there, against 59% in Germany.
What is the top tax rate in Germany and Luxembourg?
The top income tax rate is 47.5% in Germany and 45.8% in Luxembourg.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €52,203 in Germany and €58,222 in Luxembourg (about €58,222).
2026 rules checked against gesetze-im-internet.de. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details