Malta vs Sweden: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On €88,000 (about SEK 996,266) you take home €63,692 in Malta and SEK 661,973 in Sweden (about €58,472) — Malta leaves you 9% more.
You keep more in Sweden up to about €53,000, and more in Malta above that.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Malta | Sweden | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | €17,700 | SEK 207,304 | Sweden +3% |
| $40K | €26,742 | SEK 318,537 | Sweden +5% |
| $60K | €40,242 | SEK 462,375 | Sweden +1% |
| $80K | €51,992 | SEK 565,527 | Malta +4% |
| $100K | €63,692 | SEK 661,973 | Malta +9% |
| $150K | €90,992 | SEK 887,013 | Malta +16% |
| $200K | €123,492 | SEK 1,154,918 | Malta +21% |
| $300K | €175,492 | SEK 1,583,566 | Malta +25% |
Cost of living
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Malta or Sweden?
At €88,000, Malta takes less of your pay: you keep 72% there, against 66% in Sweden.
What is the top tax rate in Malta and Sweden?
The top income tax rate is 35% in Malta and 52.7% in Sweden.
How much do I take home on €88,000 in each?
On €88,000 (about SEK 996,266) you take home €63,692 in Malta and SEK 661,973 in Sweden (about €58,472).
2026 rules checked against taxsummaries.pwc.com. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details