Salary Calculator
Turkey

The salary calculator enables you to calculate the salary of your Turkish employees from start to finish. Starting with the total gross pay, including base salary, bonuses, and other compensation. It then factors in the tax rate and all required social security payments for health insurance and retirement benefits. The final number shows the actual take-home pay after all deductions.

Employers are required to contribute 11% of payroll expenses to the public pension and disability schemes, while employees contribute 9%. This system is designed to provide financial support during retirement and in cases of disability, with the pensionable age currently set at 60 for men and 58 for women, gradually increasing to 65 for both genders by 2036.

Another essential benefit is health insurance, which guarantees that all employees have access to medical care. Employers must contribute 7.5% of payroll to Turkey’s general health insurance scheme, while employees contribute 5%. 

In addition to health insurance, employees are also protected under the unemployment insurance scheme. Employers contribute 2% of payroll to this fund, while employees contribute 1%. Furthermore, employers must provide worker’s compensation insurance, which covers medical expenses and income replacement for employees who suffer injuries or illnesses due to workplace conditions. 

Turkey has a progressive income tax system, where individuals are taxed at increasing rates based on their annual income. The income tax rates are presented in the table below. 

-0 – 158,000 TRY — 15%
-158,001 TRY – 330,000 TRY — 20%
-330,001 TRY  – 1,200,000 TRY — 27%
-1,200,001 TRY – 4,300,000 TRY  — 35%
-Above 4,300,000 TRY — 40%

*Please note that these rates can vary based on legislative changes.

Employees are entitled to between 14 to 26 days of paid annual leave, depending on their length of service. They can also take sick leave as needed, with specific provisions in place regarding pay during this time.

In addition, female employees are entitled to 16 weeks of maternity leave, with provisions for additional time under certain circumstances. Fathers are also granted paternity leave, allowing them time off following the birth of a child.

Beyond these mandatory benefits, many employers in Turkey offer additional perks such as private health insurance, meal allowances, transportation allowances, and performance bonuses.

When calculating your salary in Turkey, it's important to know the difference between gross and net pay. Your gross salary is your total earnings before any money is taken out - this includes your base pay, bonuses, and other benefits. This is usually the number you'll see in job listings.

Your net salary is what actually lands in your bank account after deductions. These deductions include your income tax and social security payments for things like retirement, healthcare, and unemployment coverage. While your employer pays part of these costs, you'll also contribute a portion of your gross salary.