Minimum wage in Chile 2026: gross and net
What the minimum wage pays a month and an hour, before and after tax and social security.
CLP 5,442,976 net a year, single, 2026 rules. Try other salaries in the calculator below.
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The minimum wage in Chile in 2026: CLP 553,553 a month
The minimum wage in Chile is CLP 553,553 a month since May 2026. After income tax and social security about CLP 453,581 a month is left (CLP 5,442,976 a year).
The minimum wage, before and after tax
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Gross a month | CLP 553,553 |
| Net a month | CLP 453,581 |
| Net a year | CLP 5,442,976 |
| Net per paid hour | CLP 2,492 |
| Net per hour worked | CLP 2,757 |
Source: Ley 21.830: ingreso mínimo mensual $553,553 from 1 May 2026 (aged 18 to 65).
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Chile in 2026?
CLP 553,553 a month: about CLP 553,553 gross a month for a full-time job.
How much is the minimum wage after tax?
About CLP 453,581 net a month for a single person without children (CLP 5,442,976 a year).
How much is it per hour after tax?
About CLP 2,492 net per paid hour, and CLP 2,757 for each hour actually worked.
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