How much tax you pay in Malaysia
In Malaysia, the modelled payslip deductions are EPF, SOCSO + EIS and Income tax. These figures are for the 2025 tax year and model a single, tax-resident, employed person with no dependents and only universal allowances.
PIT + EPF 11% + SOCSO/EIS. Personal + EPF relief applied.
The calculator taxes Malaysia in its own currency and can convert the result into yours, so you can compare like for like. The effective tax rate is currency-independent — the most honest way to compare Malaysia against other countries.
What you keep at different salaries in Malaysia
| Gross salary | Take-home | Effective tax |
|---|---|---|
| RM 220,000 | RM 159,146 | 27.7% |
| RM 440,000 | RM 299,676 | 31.9% |
| RM 890,000 | RM 577,636 | 35.1% |
Illustrative single-resident estimates for 2025, in MYR.
Malaysia take-home pay — FAQ
How much tax do I pay in Malaysia?
On a RM 440,000 salary, a single resident in Malaysia pays roughly RM 140,324 in income tax and mandatory employee social contributions — an effective rate of about 31.9% for the 2025 tax year.
What is the take-home pay on RM 440,000 in Malaysia?
About RM 299,676 per year — an effective tax rate of 31.9%. Use the calculator above to try your own salary.
What is deducted from salary in Malaysia?
EPF, SOCSO + EIS and Income tax. Figures exclude employer contributions, voluntary pensions, local taxes and personal reliefs.