| Tax Class | Net | Income Tax | Soli | Health | Pension | Unempl. | Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I – Single | €3,861.65 | €1,188.98 | €0.00 | €449.27 | €585.90 | €81.90 | €132.30 |
| II – Single parent | €4,000.71 | €1,049.92 | €0.00 | €449.27 | €585.90 | €81.90 | €132.30 |
| III – Married (higher earner) | €4,388.42 | €662.21 | €0.00 | €449.27 | €585.90 | €81.90 | €132.30 |
| IV – Married (equal income) | €3,861.65 | €1,188.98 | €0.00 | €449.27 | €585.90 | €81.90 | €132.30 |
| V – Married (lower earner) | €3,819.20 | €1,231.43 | €0.00 | €449.27 | €585.90 | €81.90 | €132.30 |
| VI – Secondary job | €3,197.53 | €1,814.92 | €38.18 | €449.27 | €585.90 | €81.90 | €132.30 |
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FAQ: 6,300 EUR Gross to Net
With 6,300 EUR gross (tax class 1, GKV, no church tax, 2026) you receive €3,861.65 net per month. Total deductions amount to €2,438.35 (39% of gross).
In tax class 1, monthly income tax (Lohnsteuer) is €1,188.98. The solidarity surcharge is €0.00 per month. Combined that is €1,188.98 in taxes monthly.
Tax class 3 yields the highest net (€4,388.42) but is only available to married couples where the partner holds tax class 5. Singles use tax class 1 (€3,861.65 net). Single parents may choose tax class 2 (€4,000.71).
Monthly social insurance contributions (employee share): health insurance €449.27, pension insurance €585.90, unemployment insurance €81.90, care insurance €132.30.
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.