How much tax you pay in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, the modelled payslip deductions are Salaries tax and MPF. These figures are for the 2025/26 tax year and model a single, tax-resident, employed person with no dependents and only universal allowances.
Salaries tax (lower-of rule) + MPF. Standard rate simplified to 15%.
The calculator taxes Hong Kong in its own currency and can convert the result into yours, so you can compare like for like. The effective tax rate is currency-independent — the most honest way to compare Hong Kong against other countries.
What you keep at different salaries in Hong Kong
| Gross salary | Take-home | Effective tax |
|---|---|---|
| HK$390,000 | HK$349,200 | 10.5% |
| HK$780,000 | HK$672,900 | 13.7% |
| HK$1,600,000 | HK$1,353,500 | 15.4% |
Illustrative single-resident estimates for 2025/26, in HKD.
Hong Kong take-home pay — FAQ
How much tax do I pay in Hong Kong?
On a HK$780,000 salary, a single resident in Hong Kong pays roughly HK$107,100 in income tax and mandatory employee social contributions — an effective rate of about 13.7% for the 2025/26 tax year.
What is the take-home pay on HK$780,000 in Hong Kong?
About HK$672,900 per year — an effective tax rate of 13.7%. Use the calculator above to try your own salary.
What is deducted from salary in Hong Kong?
Salaries tax and MPF. Figures exclude employer contributions, voluntary pensions, local taxes and personal reliefs.