Bonus Tax Calculator
Calculate how much tax you'll pay on your bonus in Germany. See exactly what you'll take home after all deductions.
Bonus Details
Enter your salary and bonus amount
Lower care insurance rate
8-9% of income tax
Bonus Take Home
Your net bonus amount (2026)
Bonus Breakdown
Annual Comparison
Without Bonus
27.290 €
2.274 €/month
With Bonus
29.358 €
+2.068 € from bonus
German Bonus Taxation: Bonuses are considered part of your total annual income and are taxed at your marginal rate. With Germany's progressive tax system, bonuses above €70,000 push you into the 35% tax bracket.
How is Bonus Tax Calculated?
Understanding bonus taxation in Germany
Combined with Salary
Your bonus is added to your regular salary, and the total is taxed at your marginal rate.
Marginal Tax Rate
Bonuses are often taxed at your highest rate since they're added on top of your regular income.
Social Security
Social security contributions may also apply, depending on your total income and contribution ceilings.