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Net salary in China

Calculate your net take-home pay in China using official 2025 tax brackets and social contribution rates.

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Tax system in China

China's Individual Income Tax (IIT) on comprehensive income is progressive with 7 brackets from 3% to 45%, after a standard deduction of CNY 60,000/year. Employee social contributions vary significantly by city: pension (8%), medical insurance (2%), unemployment (0.2-0.5%), and housing fund (5-12%). Select a city above for accurate local rates. 10 cities available: Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Suzhou, Nanjing, Tianjin, and Wuhan.

Common questions

Source: State Taxation Administration (STA) · Tax year 2025 · Last updated April 2026