2026 RatesEmployer Cost Calculator
Calculate the total cost to employ someone in Poland. See employer contributions for social security, pension, and other mandatory costs.
Employee Salary
Enter the employee's gross annual salary
1.5% employer contribution
Varies by industry (0.67% - 3.33%). Default: 1.67%
Training, equipment, benefits, etc.
Total Employer Cost
Full cost to employ (2026)
total annual cost
PLN 87,825.60
PLN 7,318.80/month
Cost Breakdown
Employer ZUS Contributions
Contribution Ceilings 2026
ZUS Cap (pension+disability)
PLN 282,600
Note: Accident insurance (wypadkowe) rates vary by industry from 0.67% to 3.33%. The default rate of 1.67% applies to most employers with fewer than 10 employees. PPK employer contribution is 1.5% by default.
Employee Salary
Enter the employee's gross annual salary
1.5% employer contribution
Varies by industry (0.67% - 3.33%). Default: 1.67%
Training, equipment, benefits, etc.
Total Employer Cost
Full cost to employ (2026)
total annual cost
PLN 87,825.60
PLN 7,318.80/month
Cost Breakdown
Employer ZUS Contributions
Contribution Ceilings 2026
ZUS Cap (pension+disability)
PLN 282,600
Note: Accident insurance (wypadkowe) rates vary by industry from 0.67% to 3.33%. The default rate of 1.67% applies to most employers with fewer than 10 employees. PPK employer contribution is 1.5% by default.
What's Included in Employment Costs?
Understanding the full cost of hiring in Poland
Gross Salary
The agreed salary before any deductions. This is what the employee sees.
Social Security
Employer contributions to pension, healthcare, unemployment, and other insurance.
Additional Costs
Holiday allowance, pension contributions, and any other mandatory payments.