Luxembourg vs Malta: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €58,222 in Luxembourg and €63,692 in Malta (about €63,692) — Malta leaves you 9% more.
You keep more in Luxembourg up to about €53,000, and more in Malta above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Luxembourg | Malta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000 | $21,903€19,266 | $20,123€17,700 | Luxembourg +9% |
| $39,791€35,000 | $33,361€29,344 | $30,402€26,742 | Luxembourg +10% |
| $60,255€53,000 | $46,215€40,651 | $45,750€40,242 | Luxembourg +1% |
| $79,582€70,000 | $56,044€49,296 | $59,109€51,992 | Malta +5% |
| $100,045€88,000 | $66,191€58,222 | $72,410€63,692 | Malta +9% |
| $147,794€130,000 | $90,412€79,526 | $103,447€90,992 | Malta +14% |
| $204,638€180,000 | $119,867€105,435 | $140,396€123,492 | Malta +17% |
| $295,589€260,000 | $169,678€149,249 | $199,513€175,492 | Malta +18% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Luxembourg or Malta?
At €88,000, Malta takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 66% in Luxembourg.
What is the top tax rate in Luxembourg and Malta?
The top income tax rate is 45.8% in Luxembourg and 35% in Malta.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €58,222 in Luxembourg and €63,692 in Malta (about €63,692).
2026 rules checked against impotsdirects.public.lu. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details