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Part-time salary calculator 2026
Enter your full-time salary and weekly hours, then the part-time hours you are considering. The calculator shows gross and net for both – net pay usually falls less than the hours because of tax progression.
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How to use it
- Enter your full-time gross salary and the weekly hours.
- Enter the part-time hours and your tax details.
- Compare gross, net and net per hour for full-time and part-time.
Worked example
€4,000 gross at 40 hours, switching to 30 hours (€3,000 gross): €2,054.42 instead of €2,605.50 net – €551.08 less, but 79% of the net for 75% of the hours. Net per hour rises from €15.03 to €15.80.
Last checked: October 2026 · Based on: German wage-tax flowchart (PAP) 2026. Found a mistake? Use the form below – we fix confirmed errors and update the date.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my net pay fall less than my hours?
Because of the progressive income tax: with a lower salary the average tax rate falls, so you keep a larger share of each euro.
Do I have a right to part-time work?
Yes, in companies with more than 15 employees after 6 months of employment (§ 8 TzBfG), unless operational reasons stand against it. Request it in writing at least 3 months in advance.
How does part-time affect my pension?
Pension points depend on your gross pay, so fewer hours mean fewer points. Our retirement-age and pension-net calculators help with planning.