By clicking a retailer link you consent to third party cookies that track your onward journey. If you make a purchase, Which? will receive an affiliate commission which supports our mission to be the UK's consumer champion.

Income tax calculator 2024-25, 2023-24 and 2022-23

Use Which?'s income tax calculator to work out your take-home pay
Matthew JenkinSenior writer

This handy calculator will show you how much income tax and National Insurance you'll pay in the 2024-25, 2023-24, 2022-23 and 2021-22 tax years, as well as how much of your salary you'll take home.

How to use the Which? income tax calculator

Just enter your salary and find out how much income tax and National Insurance you'll pay in 2024-25.

If you pay income taxes in Scotland, simply hit the 'Do you live in Scotland?' tab to make sure you get the right figures.

You can also use the drop-down arrow to select a previous tax year, including  2023-24, 2022-23, 2021-22, 2020-21, 2019-20 and 2018-19.

Please note this tool makes standard assumptions to estimate your tax breakdown and doesn't take into account other things you pay like pension contributions and student loan repayments that will impact your take-home pay. This calculator assumes you're employed.

What are the income tax rates across the UK in 2023-24 and 2024-25?

Most people in the UK have a £12,570 tax-free personal allowance.

If you live in England, Wales or Northern Ireland there are three income tax bands and rates above the tax-free personal allowance that apply depending on your income; 

  • the basic rate (20% on taxable income between £12,571 and £50,270), 
  • the higher rate (40% on taxable income between £50,271-£125,140) and 
  • the additional rate (45% on taxable income over £125,140).

If you live in Scotland there are six income tax bands and rates above the tax-free personal allowance in 2024-25:

  • the starter rate (19% on taxable income between £12,571-£14,876),
  • the Scottish basic rate (20% on taxable income between £14,877-£26,561), 
  • the intermediate rate (21% on taxable income between £26,562-£43,662), 
  • the higher rate (42% on taxable income between £43,663-£75,000), 
  • the advanced rate (45% on taxable income between £75,001-£125,140)
  • and the top rate (48% on taxable income over £125,140).  

Wherever you live in the UK your personal allowance will reduce by £1 for every £2 you earn over £100,000. So, by the time you earn, £125,140, you'll pay income tax on everything you earn and get no personal tax-free allowance.

Do your self-assessment tax return with Which?

If you are self-employed or have other untaxed income you may need to do a tax return to tell HMRC about it and pay what you owe.

You can get a helping hand with the Which? self-assessment tax calculator

Our tool allows you to tot up your tax bill, get tips on where to save and can submit your return directly to HMRC.

Be more money savvy

free newsletter

Get a firmer grip on your finances with the expert tips in our Money newsletter – it's free weekly.

This newsletter delivers free money-related content, along with other information about Which? Group products and services. Unsubscribe whenever you want. Your data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy policy

Do your tax return online with Which?

Use our jargon-free calculator to complete and securely submit your tax return direct to HMRC.

Which? tax calculator