Luxembourg vs Spain: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about €88,000) you take home €58,222 in Luxembourg and €58,403 in Spain (about €58,403) — Spain leaves you 0% more.
You keep more in Luxembourg up to about €70,000, and more in Spain above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary | Luxembourg | Spain | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25,011€22,000 | $21,903€19,266 | $20,456€17,993 | Luxembourg +7% |
| $39,791€35,000 | $33,361€29,344 | $30,499€26,827 | Luxembourg +9% |
| $60,255€53,000 | $46,215€40,651 | $43,188€37,988 | Luxembourg +7% |
| $79,582€70,000 | $56,044€49,296 | $54,758€48,165 | Luxembourg +2% |
| $100,045€88,000 | $66,191€58,222 | $66,397€58,403 | About the same |
| $147,794€130,000 | $90,412€79,526 | $93,549€82,286 | Spain +3% |
| $204,638€180,000 | $119,867€105,435 | $125,872€110,717 | Spain +5% |
| $295,589€260,000 | $169,678€149,249 | $177,590€156,208 | Spain +5% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Luxembourg or Spain?
At €88,000, Spain takes less of your pay: you keep 66% there, against 66% in Luxembourg.
What is the top tax rate in Luxembourg and Spain?
The top income tax rate is 45.8% in Luxembourg and 45% in Spain.
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 €58,403 in Spain (about €58,403).
2026 rules checked against impotsdirects.public.lu. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details