Italy vs Norway: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about NOK 952,263) you take home €51,259 in Italy and NOK 667,680 in Norway (about €61,701) — Norway leaves you 20% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in Norway.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Italy | Norway | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000NOK 238,066 | $21,039€18,506 | $22,446NOK 213,648 | Norway +7% |
| $39,791€35,000NOK 378,741 | $29,536€25,980 | $32,453NOK 308,902 | Norway +10% |
| $60,255€53,000NOK 573,522 | $38,715€34,054 | $46,041NOK 438,236 | Norway +19% |
| $79,582€70,000NOK 757,482 | $48,240€42,432 | $58,544NOK 557,239 | Norway +21% |
| $100,045€88,000NOK 952,263 | $58,275€51,259 | $70,147NOK 667,680 | Norway +20% |
| $147,794€130,000NOK 1,406,752 | $82,176€72,282 | $95,831NOK 912,149 | Norway +17% |
| $204,638€180,000NOK 1,947,810 | $113,213€99,582 | $125,795NOK 1,197,350 | Norway +11% |
| $295,589€260,000NOK 2,813,504 | $162,872€143,262 | $173,635NOK 1,652,706 | Norway +7% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Italy or Norway?
At €88,000, Norway takes less of your pay: you keep 70% there, against 58% in Italy.
What is the top tax rate in Italy and Norway?
The top income tax rate is 45.4% in Italy and 39.8% in Norway.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about NOK 952,263) you take home €51,259 in Italy and NOK 667,680 in Norway (about €61,701).
2026 rules checked against agenziaentrate.gov.it. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details