Are Austria tax rates for 2027 already known?
Austria — part of the 2027 tax package is already law and applied here. The rest still uses 2026 figures.
- Applied for 2027
- Tax brackets and credits raised 2.27% (two thirds of the 3.4% inflation rate); zero-rate band €13,846. Social-insurance ceiling €7,080/month.
- Still on 2026 figures
- Only the graduated ALV boundaries for low earners, which follow the ASVG Aufwertungszahl rather than the tax indexation — they are estimated at the same 2.27%.
- Expected
- ASVG Aufwertungszahl, late 2026
Austria income tax brackets (2026)
| Annual income (EUR) | Marginal rate |
|---|---|
| €0 – €13,539 | 0% |
| €13,539 – €21,992 | 20% |
| €21,992 – €36,458 | 30% |
| €36,458 – €70,365 | 40% |
| €70,365 – €104,859 | 48% |
| €104,859 – €1,000,000 | 50% |
| €1,000,000 and above | 55% |
Austria uses a 14-month pay model: 13th & 14th month (Urlaubs- und Weihnachtsgeld) taxed at flat 6% above €620 allowance. Familienbonus Plus €2,000/child/year (€700 for 18+). Alleinverdienerabsetzbetrag €612 (one child) / €828 (two) / €1,101 (three) / +€273 per additional child, for sole earners with at least one child. Verkehrsabsetzbetrag €496/year automatic commuter credit + Pendlerpauschale for distance-based travel.
Typical gross salaries in Austria
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| Gross / month | Net / month | Open |
|---|---|---|
| €1,500 | €1,267 | Calculate → |
| €2,500 | €1,916 | Calculate → |
| €4,000 | €2,784 | Calculate → |
| €6,000 | €3,849 | Calculate → |
| €9,000 | €5,559 | Calculate → |
Austria salary and tax FAQ (2026)
- What is the minimum wage in Austria in 2026?
- €2,000 per month gross.
- What are the 2026 income tax brackets in Austria?
- 0% (none – €13,539); 20% (€13,539 – €21,992); 30% (€21,992 – €36,458); 40% (€36,458 – €70,365); 48% (€70,365 – €104,859); 50% (€104,859 – €1,000,000); 55% (€1,000,000 and above)
- How much social security do I pay in Austria?
- Employees contribute 18.07% of gross salary; employers add 29.56% on top.
- Is there a personal allowance in Austria?
- Yes — up to €13,539 per year, subject to taper rules at higher incomes.
- Does Austria apply a solidarity or surcharge tax?
- Austria uses a 14-month pay model: 13th & 14th month (Urlaubs- und Weihnachtsgeld) taxed at flat 6% above €620 allowance. Familienbonus Plus €2,000/child/year (€700 for 18+). Alleinverdienerabsetzbetrag €572 + €250 per additional child for sole earners. Verkehrsabsetzbetrag €463/year automatic commuter credit + Pendlerpauschale for distance-based travel.
- How are dependents treated for tax purposes in Austria?
- Familienbonus Plus €2,000/child/year up to 18 (€700 after 18 if still in education). Unterhaltsabsetzbetrag for child-support payers.
- When is the Austria tax return due?
- 30 April (paper) / 30 June (electronic) of the year following the tax year.
- Do non-residents pay the same rates in Austria?
- Non-residents pay Austrian income tax on Austrian-sourced wages; €10,486 notional allowance is added to income when computing brackets.