£21,000 after tax
Take-home pay on a £21,000 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 | £21,000 | £1,750 | £404 |
| Income tax | £1,686 | £140 | £32 |
| National Insurance | £674 | £56 | £13 |
| Take-home pay | £18,640 | £1,553 | £358 |
Your personal allowance is £12,570. Tax and NI take 11.2% of your gross pay.
Questions
How much is £21,000 after tax?
On a salary of £21,000 in 2026/27 you take home about £18,640 a year (£1,553 a month) after £1,686 income tax and £674 National Insurance, before any pension or student loan.
What tax band is £21,000 in?
Basic rate (20%)