Income retention
This tool illustrates how changes in income are distributed between net income, taxes, and contributions. It focuses on how additional income is allocated within the system rather than on absolute levels.
All results are presented in euros (EUR) to ensure comparability across countries.
Income increase breakdown
Increase from € to € (total change: €)
What this chart shows
The chart shows how an increase in gross income is distributed. Only part of that increase becomes net income, while the remainder is allocated to taxes and contributions.
The retained share decreases as a larger portion of additional income is absorbed by the system.
Example: Increasing salary from 1,500 € to 4,000 € (starting example) results in an additional 2,500 € gross income. This chart shows how that increase is distributed country by country.
Scope and limitations
This tool illustrates how a change in gross income is distributed based on standard assumptions. It provides a simplified representation of how additional income is affected by taxation and contribution structures.
The results are based on generalized models and may not reflect individual circumstances. Actual outcomes depend on factors such as employment status, personal allowances, household situation, and specific tax rules that vary across countries.
The distribution between taxes and contributions is approximated for visualization purposes. In practice, these components are determined by detailed legal frameworks and may change over time.
This tool does not represent a personalised or exact calculation. It is intended to illustrate structural relationships rather than provide precise financial outcomes.
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