Malta vs Serbia: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about RSD 10,317,642) you take home €63,692 in Malta and RSD 7,435,702 in Serbia (about €63,420) — Malta leaves you 0% more.
You keep more in Malta up to about €88,000, and more in Serbia above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Malta | Serbia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €17,700 | RSD 1,849,231 | Malta +12% |
| $40K | €26,742 | RSD 2,917,694 | Malta +7% |
| $60K | €40,242 | RSD 4,397,104 | Malta +7% |
| $80K | €51,992 | RSD 5,776,562 | Malta +6% |
| $100K | €63,692 | RSD 7,435,702 | About the same |
| $150K | €90,992 | RSD 11,424,408 | Serbia +7% |
| $200K | €123,492 | RSD 16,160,747 | Serbia +12% |
| $300K | €175,492 | RSD 23,336,199 | Serbia +13% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Malta or Serbia?
At €88,000, Malta takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 72% in Serbia.
What is the top tax rate in Malta and Serbia?
The top income tax rate is 35% in Malta 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 €63,692 in Malta and RSD 7,435,702 in Serbia (about €63,420).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details