Italy vs Serbia: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about RSD 10,317,642) you take home €51,259 in Italy and RSD 7,435,702 in Serbia (about €63,420) — Serbia leaves you 24% more.
You keep more in Italy up to about €35,000, and more in Serbia above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Italy | Serbia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €18,506 | RSD 1,849,231 | Italy +17% |
| $40K | €25,980 | RSD 2,917,694 | Italy +4% |
| $60K | €34,054 | RSD 4,397,104 | Serbia +10% |
| $80K | €42,432 | RSD 5,776,562 | Serbia +16% |
| $100K | €51,259 | RSD 7,435,702 | Serbia +24% |
| $150K | €72,282 | RSD 11,424,408 | Serbia +35% |
| $200K | €99,582 | RSD 16,160,747 | Serbia +38% |
| $300K | €143,262 | RSD 23,336,199 | Serbia +39% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Italy or Serbia?
At €88,000, Serbia takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 58% in Italy.
What is the top tax rate in Italy and Serbia?
The top income tax rate is 45.4% in Italy and 23.5% in Serbia.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about RSD 10,317,642) you take home €51,259 in Italy and RSD 7,435,702 in Serbia (about €63,420).
2026 rules checked against agenziaentrate.gov.it. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details