Luxembourg vs Netherlands: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €58,222 in Luxembourg and €57,432 in the Netherlands (about €57,432) — Luxembourg leaves you 1% more.
You keep more in the Netherlands up to about €35,000, and more in Luxembourg above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Luxembourg | Netherlands | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €19,266 | €21,358 | Netherlands +11% |
| $40K | €29,344 | €30,744 | Netherlands +5% |
| $60K | €40,651 | €40,626 | About the same |
| $80K | €49,296 | €49,047 | Luxembourg +1% |
| $100K | €58,222 | €57,432 | Luxembourg +1% |
| $150K | €79,526 | €75,908 | Luxembourg +5% |
| $200K | €105,435 | €100,968 | Luxembourg +4% |
| $300K | €149,249 | €141,368 | Luxembourg +6% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Luxembourg or the Netherlands?
At €88,000, Luxembourg takes less of your pay: you keep 66% there, against 65% in the Netherlands.
What is the top tax rate in Luxembourg and Netherlands?
The top income tax rate is 45.8% in Luxembourg and 49.5% in the Netherlands.
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 €57,432 in the Netherlands (about €57,432).
2026 rules checked against impotsdirects.public.lu. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details