| Tax Class | Net | Income Tax | Soli | Health | Pension | Unempl. | Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I – Single | €1,614.88 | €119.82 | €0.00 | €179.30 | €204.60 | €28.60 | €52.80 |
| II – Single parent | €1,691.78 | €42.92 | €0.00 | €179.30 | €204.60 | €28.60 | €52.80 |
| III – Married (higher earner) | €1,734.70 | €0.00 | €0.00 | €179.30 | €204.60 | €28.60 | €52.80 |
| IV – Married (equal income) | €1,614.88 | €119.82 | €0.00 | €179.30 | €204.60 | €28.60 | €52.80 |
| V – Married (lower earner) | €1,588.55 | €146.15 | €0.00 | €179.30 | €204.60 | €28.60 | €52.80 |
| VI – Secondary job | €1,462.36 | €272.34 | €0.00 | €179.30 | €204.60 | €28.60 | €52.80 |
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FAQ: 2,200 EUR Gross to Net
With 2,200 EUR gross (tax class 1, GKV, no church tax, 2026) you receive €1,614.88 net per month. Total deductions amount to €585.12 (27% of gross).
In tax class 1, monthly income tax (Lohnsteuer) is €119.82. The solidarity surcharge is €0.00 per month. Combined that is €119.82 in taxes monthly.
Tax class 3 yields the highest net (€1,734.70) but is only available to married couples where the partner holds tax class 5. Singles use tax class 1 (€1,614.88 net). Single parents may choose tax class 2 (€1,691.78).
Monthly social insurance contributions (employee share): health insurance €179.30, pension insurance €204.60, unemployment insurance €28.60, care insurance €52.80.
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.