Germany vs Poland: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about PLN 384,455) you take home €52,203 in Germany and PLN 231,057 in Poland (about €52,888) — Poland leaves you 1% more.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Germany | Poland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000PLN 96,114 | $18,777€16,516 | $18,081PLN 69,480 | Germany +4% |
| $39,791€35,000PLN 152,908 | $27,379€24,083 | $27,690PLN 106,407 | Poland +1% |
| $60,255€53,000PLN 231,547 | $38,561€33,918 | $38,108PLN 146,443 | Germany +1% |
| $79,582€70,000PLN 305,816 | $48,396€42,569 | $48,349PLN 185,797 | About the same |
| $100,045€88,000PLN 384,455 | $59,349€52,203 | $60,127PLN 231,057 | Poland +1% |
| $147,794€130,000PLN 567,945 | $83,932€73,827 | $87,609PLN 336,663 | Poland +4% |
| $204,638€180,000PLN 786,385 | $115,442€101,543 | $120,325PLN 462,386 | Poland +4% |
| $295,589€260,000PLN 1,135,889 | $166,093€146,095 | $171,909PLN 660,611 | Poland +4% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Germany or Poland?
At €88,000, Poland takes less of your pay: you keep 60% there, against 59% in Germany.
What is the top tax rate in Germany and Poland?
The top income tax rate is 47.5% in Germany 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 €52,203 in Germany and PLN 231,057 in Poland (about €52,888).
2026 rules checked against gesetze-im-internet.de. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details