£20,000 after tax
Take-home pay on a £20,000 salary in 2026/27, England, Wales and Northern Ireland. No pension or student loan included; use the calculator to add them.
| Year | Month | Week | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | £20,000 | £1,667 | £385 |
| Income tax | £1,486 | £124 | £29 |
| National Insurance | £594 | £50 | £11 |
| Take-home pay | £17,920 | £1,493 | £345 |
Your personal allowance is £12,570. Tax and NI take 10.4% of your gross pay.
Questions
How much is £20,000 after tax?
On a salary of £20,000 in 2026/27 you take home about £17,920 a year (£1,493 a month) after £1,486 income tax and £594 National Insurance, before any pension or student loan.
What tax band is £20,000 in?
Basic rate (20%)