Salary Calculator — Convert Net to Gross Instantly
Enter your take-home (net) salary and this calculator will instantly work out your gross salary, income tax, social contributions, and annual earnings. Works for any country — just input your local tax rates.
Whether you're negotiating a job offer, comparing salaries, or simply want to understand your payslip — this free tool gives you a complete salary breakdown in seconds.
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Gross salary (annual)
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Income tax / month
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Social contrib. / month
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Total deductions / mo
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Effective tax rate
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Net salary (annual)
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Net / day (workday)
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How to Calculate Gross Salary from Net Pay
The net salary is what you take home after all deductions. The gross salary is what your employer pays before any taxes or contributions are applied. To find your gross from your net, the formula is:
Gross = Net ÷ (1 − Total Deduction Rate)
Real-world example
Suppose you earn $3,000 per month net. Your income tax rate is 20% and social contributions are 13.5%, totalling 33.5% in deductions.
Tax rates vary by country and income level. Common rates: United States federal 10–37% (state taxes extra); United Kingdom basic rate 20%, higher rate 40%; Germany 14–45%; France 11–45%; Canada federal 20.5% (provincial extra). For the most accurate result, check your payslip or your country's official tax authority website.
Net vs gross — quick reference
Gross salary is what you see on a job offer. Net salary is what lands in your bank account. The difference — often 25–40% in most developed countries — goes to the government as income tax and mandatory social insurance contributions (pension, healthcare, unemployment).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is net salary?
Net salary (also called take-home pay) is the amount you actually receive after all mandatory deductions — income tax, social security, pension contributions, and any other withholdings — have been subtracted from your gross pay. It is the amount credited to your bank account each pay period.
How do I calculate gross salary from net pay?
Divide your net salary by (1 minus your combined deduction rate). For example, if your net monthly salary is $3,000 and your total tax and social contribution rate is 33.5%, your gross salary is $3,000 ÷ (1 − 0.335) = $4,511. This calculator does that calculation instantly as you type.
Is this salary calculator accurate?
Yes — the calculator uses the standard net-to-gross formula used by payroll departments worldwide. The results are as accurate as the tax rates you enter. For country-specific precision (progressive tax brackets, employer contributions), always verify with your payslip or a qualified accountant. This tool is ideal for quick estimates and salary comparisons.
What is the difference between gross and net salary?
Gross salary is the total amount an employer pays you before any deductions. Net salary is what you receive after income tax, social security, pension, and other mandatory contributions are deducted. In most countries, the difference is 25–40% of gross salary. Job offers are typically stated in gross terms, while take-home pay is net.
Does this calculator work for all countries?
Yes. Since you enter your own tax and social contribution rates, this calculator works for any country in the world. Simply find your applicable rates from your payslip or your country's tax authority, enter them, and get accurate results instantly.