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Church tax calculator 2026 (Germany)
Enter your taxable income, state and children. The calculator shows your church tax per year and month – and whether the cap (Kappung) lowers it.
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How to use it
- Enter your taxable income (zvE) from your tax assessment or an estimate.
- Choose assessment, state, church and the number of children.
- Read your church tax per year and month and the effect of the cap.
Last checked: October 2026 · Based on: § 51a Income Tax Act; state church tax acts (8/9 %; caps as of 2025); 2026 tariff. Found a mistake? Use the form below – we fix confirmed errors and update the date.
Frequently asked questions
How much is church tax in 2026?
8 % of income tax in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9 % in all other states. Child allowances reduce the basis even if you receive Kindergeld.
What is the church tax cap (Kappung)?
In most states church tax is limited to 2.75–4 % of taxable income – automatically in some states, on application in others. Bavaria has no cap. It mainly helps high earners.
What do I save if I leave the church?
The full church tax from the month after leaving (rules differ by state). Leaving costs a small fee at the registry office or court in most states.