Income ranking and median based on CBS income distribution 2023
With a gross salary of €5,500/month in 2025, you receive €3,891 net. This results in an effective tax rate of 29.3%.
With a gross income of €5,500/month, the effective tax rate is 29.3%. The marginal rate (tax on additional income) is 37.5%.
An income of €5,500/month falls into tax brackets 1 and 2. In 2025, the Netherlands has three brackets: 35.82% up to €38,441, 37.48% up to €76,817, and 49.50% above.
With the 30% ruling, you would receive €4,722 net, which is €831 more than without the ruling. The 30% ruling is available for expats who meet the eligibility criteria.