2026 income tax brackets for wages
| Cumulative taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| up to TL 190,000 | 15% |
| TL 190,000 – 400,000 | 20% |
| TL 400,000 – 1,500,000 | 27% |
| TL 1,500,000 – 5,300,000 | 35% |
| above TL 5,300,000 | 40% |
Tax is calculated on the cumulative taxable base during the year, so net pay falls in later months. Income and stamp tax on the minimum wage (gross TL 33,030 in 2026) are exempt for everyone. Employee SGK is 14% plus 1% unemployment insurance, up to the 2026 ceiling of TL 297,270 a month.
FAQ
What is TL 80,000 gross in net salary in 2026?
About TL 57,232 a month on average (TL 61,655 in January, TL 54,899 by December): TL 12,000 SGK and unemployment plus income and stamp tax above the minimum-wage exemption.
Sources (checked 7 Nov 2026): Gelir Vergisi Kanunu 2026 tariff (GİB, PwC Türkiye); 2026 minimum wage and SGK ceiling.