| Tax Class | Net | Income Tax | Soli | Health | Pension | Unempl. | Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I – Single | €1,555.21 | €100.64 | €0.00 | €171.15 | €195.30 | €27.30 | €50.40 |
| II – Single parent | €1,627.80 | €28.05 | €0.00 | €171.15 | €195.30 | €27.30 | €50.40 |
| III – Married (higher earner) | €1,655.85 | €0.00 | €0.00 | €171.15 | €195.30 | €27.30 | €50.40 |
| IV – Married (equal income) | €1,555.21 | €100.64 | €0.00 | €171.15 | €195.30 | €27.30 | €50.40 |
| V – Married (lower earner) | €1,529.26 | €126.59 | €0.00 | €171.15 | €195.30 | €27.30 | €50.40 |
| VI – Secondary job | €1,410.70 | €245.15 | €0.00 | €171.15 | €195.30 | €27.30 | €50.40 |
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FAQ: 2,100 EUR Gross to Net
With 2,100 EUR gross (tax class 1, GKV, no church tax, 2026) you receive €1,555.21 net per month. Total deductions amount to €544.79 (26% of gross).
In tax class 1, monthly income tax (Lohnsteuer) is €100.64. The solidarity surcharge is €0.00 per month. Combined that is €100.64 in taxes monthly.
Tax class 3 yields the highest net (€1,655.85) but is only available to married couples where the partner holds tax class 5. Singles use tax class 1 (€1,555.21 net). Single parents may choose tax class 2 (€1,627.80).
Monthly social insurance contributions (employee share): health insurance €171.15, pension insurance €195.30, unemployment insurance €27.30, care insurance €50.40.
Yes – company pension contributions (bAV) reduce your taxable base. Choosing a cheaper health insurer also saves money. Married couples should compare tax class combinations 3/5 versus 4/4. Use our tax class optimizer for a personalised recommendation.