| Tax Class | Net | Income Tax | Soli | Health | Pension | Unempl. | Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I – Single | €1,674.25 | €139.30 | €0.00 | €187.45 | €213.90 | €29.90 | €55.20 |
| II – Single parent | €1,754.30 | €59.25 | €0.00 | €187.45 | €213.90 | €29.90 | €55.20 |
| III – Married (higher earner) | €1,813.55 | €0.00 | €0.00 | €187.45 | €213.90 | €29.90 | €55.20 |
| IV – Married (equal income) | €1,674.25 | €139.30 | €0.00 | €187.45 | €213.90 | €29.90 | €55.20 |
| V – Married (lower earner) | €1,647.54 | €166.01 | €0.00 | €187.45 | €213.90 | €29.90 | €55.20 |
| VI – Secondary job | €1,513.56 | €299.99 | €0.00 | €187.45 | €213.90 | €29.90 | €55.20 |
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FAQ: 2,300 EUR Gross to Net
With 2,300 EUR gross (tax class 1, GKV, no church tax, 2026) you receive €1,674.25 net per month. Total deductions amount to €625.75 (27% of gross).
In tax class 1, monthly income tax (Lohnsteuer) is €139.30. The solidarity surcharge is €0.00 per month. Combined that is €139.30 in taxes monthly.
Tax class 3 yields the highest net (€1,813.55) but is only available to married couples where the partner holds tax class 5. Singles use tax class 1 (€1,674.25 net). Single parents may choose tax class 2 (€1,754.30).
Monthly social insurance contributions (employee share): health insurance €187.45, pension insurance €213.90, unemployment insurance €29.90, care insurance €55.20.
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.