Italy vs Malta: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €51,259 in Italy and €63,692 in Malta (about €63,692) — Malta leaves you 24% more.
You keep more in Italy up to about €22,000, and more in Malta above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Italy | Malta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000 | $21,039€18,506 | $20,123€17,700 | Italy +5% |
| $39,791€35,000 | $29,536€25,980 | $30,402€26,742 | Malta +3% |
| $60,255€53,000 | $38,715€34,054 | $45,750€40,242 | Malta +18% |
| $79,582€70,000 | $48,240€42,432 | $59,109€51,992 | Malta +23% |
| $100,045€88,000 | $58,275€51,259 | $72,410€63,692 | Malta +24% |
| $147,794€130,000 | $82,176€72,282 | $103,447€90,992 | Malta +26% |
| $204,638€180,000 | $113,213€99,582 | $140,396€123,492 | Malta +24% |
| $295,589€260,000 | $162,872€143,262 | $199,513€175,492 | Malta +22% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Italy or Malta?
At €88,000, Malta takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 58% in Italy.
What is the top tax rate in Italy and Malta?
The top income tax rate is 45.4% in Italy and 35% in Malta.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €51,259 in Italy and €63,692 in Malta (about €63,692).
2026 rules checked against agenziaentrate.gov.it. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details