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 330,000 | RM 229,546 | 30.4% |
| RM 440,000 | RM 299,676 | 31.9% |
| RM 670,000 | RM 443,436 | 33.8% |
| 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.
How much is RM 440,000 after tax in Malaysia?
RM 440,000 after tax in Malaysia is about RM 299,676 per year — roughly RM 24,973 per month, at 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.
What percentage of salary goes to tax in Malaysia?
It rises with income: roughly 27.7% on RM 220,000, 31.9% on RM 440,000, and 35.1% on RM 890,000 (2025, single resident, income tax plus employee social contributions).
What is the minimum wage after tax in Malaysia?
The statutory minimum wage in Malaysia is about RM 20,400 a year (RM 1,700/mo × 12, 2026). After income tax and mandatory employee contributions, a single resident keeps roughly RM 17,972 — about RM 1,498 a month.