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Calculate your estimated Irish take-home pay after common payroll deductions including income tax (PAYE), Universal Social Charge (USC), and Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI).
Instantly estimate your net pay after income tax, USC, and PRSI deductions.
Updated for the 2026 Irish tax year, ideal for employees across Ireland who want a quick, practical after-tax income estimate.
Below are estimated after-tax incomes for popular Irish professions based on typical full-time salaries. Net pay varies by tax credits, reliefs, and individual circumstances, so use these as examples and enter your exact salary in the calculator above.
A registered nurse earning around €45,000 per year may take home roughly €2,900–€3,100 per month after income tax, USC, and PRSI. In higher-paying roles or with additional allowances (for example, total earnings of €55,000+), take-home pay can rise to around €3,400–€3,700 per month.
Estimates assume standard tax credits and typical payroll deductions. Individual circumstances can change results.
A teacher earning around €50,000 may take home approximately €3,100–€3,400 per month after tax, USC, and PRSI. Experienced teachers on higher pay scales earning €65,000 may take home around €3,900–€4,200 per month.
A qualified electrician or plumber often earns about €42,000–€55,000 annually. After deductions, that can be roughly €2,700–€3,500 per month. Tradespeople with higher overtime or self-employed rates can earn more, and net pay will depend on individual deductions and circumstances.
A social worker earning around €43,000 may take home approximately €2,700–€3,000 per month. Senior roles earning €55,000+ may take home around €3,400–€3,700 per month, depending on deductions and tax credits.
These are rough estimates for 2026 and will vary based on tax credits, reliefs, pension contributions, and payroll settings.
Your take-home pay is the amount you receive after deductions such as income tax (PAYE), Universal Social Charge (USC), Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI), plus any employer deductions (for example pension contributions or health insurance).
This calculator provides a practical estimate for most common employee situations in Ireland. Your exact results depend on tax credits, reliefs, and employer payroll settings.
Yes. Once calculated, the results show annual, monthly, weekly, and daily take-home pay figures.
