Namibia income tax and salary calculator
Enter your earnings to see your estimated income tax (PAYE), social security contribution and take-home pay. Free to use and updates as you type.
Your results
Estimates based on the tax rates below.
Income tax rates used
Namibia taxes individuals on a sliding scale. Your bracket is highlighted when you use the calculator.
| Yearly income (N$) | Rate of tax |
|---|---|
| 0 to 100 000 | Not taxable |
| 100 001 to 150 000 | 18% for each N$ above 100 000 |
| 150 001 to 350 000 | 9 000 + 25% for each N$ above 150 000 |
| 350 001 to 550 000 | 59 000 + 28% for each N$ above 350 000 |
| 550 001 to 850 000 | 115 000 + 30% for each N$ above 550 000 |
| 850 001 to 1 550 000 | 205 000 + 32% for each N$ above 850 000 |
| Above 1 550 001 | 429 000 + 37% for each N$ above 1 550 000 |
How the calculation works
A quick look at what goes into your result.
Income tax (PAYE)
We multiply your monthly earnings by 12, add your annual bonus, and take off your pension contributions. The tax table above is applied to what is left. Monthly PAYE is the yearly tax divided by 12.
Social security
You pay 0.9% of your basic salary to the Social Security Commission, and your employer pays the same. Contributions are limited at a maximum basic salary of N$ 12 500 a month, so the most you pay is N$ 112.50.
Social security is separate from income tax and does not reduce your taxable income here.
Travel allowance
Only the taxable part of your travel allowance is added to your income. We assume 100% unless you change it in the form.
Not included
Medical aid, loans, union fees, fringe benefits and other deductions that appear on your payslip are not part of this estimate.
Common questions
How much can I earn before paying tax?
You pay no income tax on the first N$100 000 of taxable income in a year. Tax starts at 18% on every dollar above that.
Is my bonus taxed?
Yes. Your annual bonus is added to your yearly income, so it can push part of your earnings into a higher bracket.
What is PAYE?
PAYE means Pay As You Earn. Your employer deducts income tax from your salary every month and pays it to the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA).
Why is my payslip different from this estimate?
Payslips can include extra items such as medical aid, other deductions, benefits, or a different tax treatment for allowances and bonuses. Use this calculator as a guide and check with your employer.
I earn money by sharing rides. Is it taxable?
Income you earn can be taxable. Keep records of what you earn and of your costs, and speak to NamRA or a registered tax practitioner about your situation.
Travel between towns for less
Book a seat with a verified driver, or share your empty seats and help cover your fuel costs.
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