Minimum wage in Ireland 2026: gross and net
What the minimum wage pays a month and an hour, before and after tax and social security.
€24,917 net a year, single, 2026 rules. Try other salaries in the calculator below.
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The minimum wage in Ireland in 2026: €14.15 an hour
The minimum wage in Ireland is €14.15 an hour since January 2026. For a full-time job of 39 hours a week that is about €2,391 gross a month. After income tax and social security about €2,076 a month is left (€24,917 a year).
The minimum wage, before and after tax
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Gross a month | €2,391.35 |
| Net a month | €2,076.40 |
| Net a year | €24,917 |
| Net per paid hour | €12.29 |
| Net per hour worked | €13.89 |
Source: National Minimum Wage Order 2025 (Ireland): €14.15 an hour from 1 January 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Ireland in 2026?
€14.15 an hour: about €2,391 gross a month for a full-time job.
How much is the minimum wage after tax?
About €2,076 net a month for a single person without children (€24,917 a year).
How much is it per hour after tax?
About €12.29 net per paid hour, and €13.89 for each hour actually worked.
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