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China take-home pay calculator 2026
Assumes a Chinese national employed in Shanghai, with Shanghai social insurance and the housing provident fund at 7% on each side.
Take-home pay by monthly salary
| Monthly salary | Employee contributions | Income tax | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| CN¥10,000 | CN¥1,750 | CN¥115 | CN¥8,135 |
| CN¥20,000 | CN¥3,500 | CN¥940 | CN¥15,560 |
| CN¥40,000 | CN¥6,603 | CN¥4,439 | CN¥28,958 |
| CN¥80,000 | CN¥6,603 | CN¥16,779 | CN¥56,618 |
Questions
What is the take-home pay on CN¥20,000 a month in China?
After employee contributions of CN¥3,500 and income tax of CN¥940, take-home pay is CN¥15,560 a month. The employer's total cost is CN¥26,540, 1.33 times the salary.
What does the calculator assume?
Assumes a Chinese national employed in Shanghai, with Shanghai social insurance and the housing provident fund at 7% on each side.
How does this compare with Japan?
The Japan vs China calculator runs the same salary through both systems (link below).
Sources: Shanghai Human Resources and Social Security Bureau, Shanghai Healthcare Security Bureau, Shanghai Housing Provident Fund Management Center, State Taxation Administration, State Council. Checked 2026-10-24.