UK Income Tax Calculator (PAYE & Salary)
Calculate UK income tax (PAYE), Class 1 National Insurance, and net take-home salary. Updated tax year bands and personal allowance.
⚙️ UK Salary & PAYE Settings
| Gross Annual Salary | £ 50.000 |
| Income Tax (PAYE) | – £ 8.200 |
| National Insurance (NICs) | – £ 10.000 |
| Net Salary | £ 31.800 |
36.4%
Direct Tax Summary UK (PAYE & National Insurance)
UK income tax is calculated on earnings above the £12,570 Personal Allowance at progressive rates: Basic rate (20% up to £50,270), Higher rate (40% to £125,140), and Additional rate (45% above £125,140). Employees also pay 8% Class 1 National Insurance contributions on earnings between £12,570 and £50,270.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UK Personal Allowance?
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The UK Personal Allowance is £12,570 per year, meaning the first £12,570 of your income is completely free of income tax.
How much National Insurance do UK employees pay?
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Employees pay 8% on earnings between £1,048 and £4,189 per month (£12,570 to £50,270 per year), and 2% on earnings above £50,270.
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