| Tax Class | Net | Income Tax | Soli | Health | Pension | Unempl. | Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I – Single | €1,908.96 | €219.99 | €0.00 | €220.05 | €251.10 | €35.10 | €64.80 |
| II – Single parent | €2,000.21 | €128.74 | €0.00 | €220.05 | €251.10 | €35.10 | €64.80 |
| III – Married (higher earner) | €2,128.95 | €0.00 | €0.00 | €220.05 | €251.10 | €35.10 | €64.80 |
| IV – Married (equal income) | €1,908.96 | €219.99 | €0.00 | €220.05 | €251.10 | €35.10 | €64.80 |
| V – Married (lower earner) | €1,880.72 | €248.23 | €0.00 | €220.05 | €251.10 | €35.10 | €64.80 |
| VI – Secondary job | €1,713.74 | €415.21 | €0.00 | €220.05 | €251.10 | €35.10 | €64.80 |
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FAQ: 2,700 EUR Gross to Net
With 2,700 EUR gross (tax class 1, GKV, no church tax, 2026) you receive €1,908.96 net per month. Total deductions amount to €791.04 (29% of gross).
In tax class 1, monthly income tax (Lohnsteuer) is €219.99. The solidarity surcharge is €0.00 per month. Combined that is €219.99 in taxes monthly.
Tax class 3 yields the highest net (€2,128.95) but is only available to married couples where the partner holds tax class 5. Singles use tax class 1 (€1,908.96 net). Single parents may choose tax class 2 (€2,000.21).
Monthly social insurance contributions (employee share): health insurance €220.05, pension insurance €251.10, unemployment insurance €35.10, care insurance €64.80.
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.