Singapore Tax Calculator (2026)
Income tax rates and take-home pay for Singapore
Singapore Income Tax Brackets (2025)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0% band | SGD 0 - SGD 20,000 | 0.0% |
| 2% band | SGD 20,000 - SGD 30,000 | 2.0% |
| 3.5% band | SGD 30,000 - SGD 40,000 | 3.5% |
| 7% band | SGD 40,000 - SGD 80,000 | 7.0% |
| 11.5% band | SGD 80,000 - SGD 120,000 | 11.5% |
| 15% band | SGD 120,000 - SGD 160,000 | 15.0% |
| 18% band | SGD 160,000 - SGD 200,000 | 18.0% |
| 19% band | SGD 200,000 - SGD 240,000 | 19.0% |
| 19.5% band | SGD 240,000 - SGD 280,000 | 19.5% |
| 20% band | SGD 280,000 - SGD 320,000 | 20.0% |
| 22% band | SGD 320,000 - SGD 500,000 | 22.0% |
| 23% band | SGD 500,000 - SGD 1,000,000 | 23.0% |
| 24% band | SGD 1,000,000+ | 24.0% |
Personal allowance: SGD 1,000
Central Provident Fund (CPF) - Employee
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary wages up to SGD 96,000 annual ceiling | SGD 0 - SGD 96,000 | 20.0% |
| Additional wages between SGD 96,000 and SGD 102,000 | SGD 96,000 - SGD 102,000 | 20.0% |
Capped at SGD 19,200 per year
Key Facts
Tax Year
2025
Currency
SGD
Top Rate
24.0%
Brackets
13 brackets
Allowance
SGD 1,000
Social Contributions
1 item
Assumptions
- · Model represents a resident individual employee (Singapore citizen or permanent resident aged 55 and below).
- · CPF contributions calculated at standard rates: employee 20% of ordinary wages up to SGD 8,000/month ceiling (SGD 96,000 annual OW ceiling for 2026).
- · CPF is deductible from taxable income.
- · No personal reliefs claimed (child, spouse, aged dependant, etc.) to represent a standard single employee without dependents.
- · Earned income relief of SGD 1,000 applied (for employees under 55).
- · CPF contributions on additional wages (bonus) included up to SGD 102,000 total annual wages ceiling.
- · SRS contributions excluded as voluntary scheme.
- · No employer-paid levies included (SDL, FWL are employer-only).
- · Non-resident taxation not modeled; resident model only.
- · Life insurance premiums and other optional reliefs excluded.
- · Taxable income calculated as: gross employment income less CPF contributions less earned income relief.
Frequently asked questions
How much income tax do I pay in Singapore?
Singapore has a progressive tax system with 13 income tax brackets ranging from 0% on the first SGD 20,000 to 24% on income above SGD 1,000,000. Most employees also benefit from an earned income relief of SGD 1,000, which reduces your taxable income. Your actual tax rate depends on your total annual income and how it falls across these brackets.
What is CPF and how does it affect my take-home pay?
CPF (Central Provident Fund) is a mandatory retirement savings scheme where employees contribute 20% of their ordinary wages, up to an annual ceiling of SGD 96,000. These contributions are deducted from your taxable income, which actually lowers your income tax bill. The maximum annual CPF contribution is SGD 19,200, and it's a deductible expense that reduces both your tax liability and your immediate take-home pay.
Do I pay different taxes if I'm a non-resident or expat?
This calculator models resident taxation for Singapore citizens and permanent residents aged 55 and below. Non-residents face different tax treatment and are not covered by this calculator. If you're relocating to Singapore, you should confirm your residency status with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) to understand which tax rules apply to you.
What reliefs and deductions can I claim?
This calculator includes the standard earned income relief of SGD 1,000 for employees under 55 and CPF contributions as a deductible expense. Other personal reliefs like child relief, spouse relief, and aged dependent relief are available but not included in this standard model. You can claim additional reliefs directly on your tax return if you're eligible.
At what income level do I start paying income tax in Singapore?
You only start paying income tax once your taxable income exceeds SGD 20,000, which is the top of the 0% tax band. However, your taxable income is calculated as your gross employment income minus CPF contributions and the earned income relief of SGD 1,000, so your actual gross salary can be higher before you owe any tax.
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