Minimum wage in the Netherlands 2026: gross and net
What the minimum wage pays a month and an hour, before and after tax and social security.
€30,871 net a year, single, 2026 rules. Try other salaries in the calculator below.
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The minimum wage in the Netherlands in 2026: €14.99 an hour
The minimum wage in the Netherlands is €14.99 an hour since July 2026. For a full-time job of 40 hours a week that is about €2,598 gross a month. After income tax and social security about €2,372 a month is left (€30,871 a year).
The minimum wage, before and after tax
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Gross a month | €2,598.27 |
| Net a month | €2,371.61 |
| Net a year | €30,871 |
| Net per paid hour | €14.84 |
| Net per hour worked | €16.85 |
Source: Rijksoverheid: €14.99 an hour from 1 July 2026 (aged 21 and over).
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in the Netherlands in 2026?
€14.99 an hour: about €2,598 gross a month for a full-time job.
How much is the minimum wage after tax?
About €2,372 net a month for a single person without children (€30,871 a year).
How much is it per hour after tax?
About €14.84 net per paid hour, and €16.85 for each hour actually worked.
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