Salary Calculator Costa Rica

To use the Costa Rica income tax calculator, simply input your gross income and income type to begin.

Costa Rica Tax Calculator

Notice: This calculator currently computes Personal Income Tax (PIT) and all necessary social security contributions.

Overview of Costa Rica Salary Calculator

Tax Year: 2024 – 2025

In Costa Rica, employed individuals face progressive tax rates on their monthly income. The rates start at 0% for income up to CRC 941,000 and increase to 25% for income over CRC 4,845,000.

Effortlessly calculate your income taxes and relevant social security contributions using our Costa Rica salary calculator.

Convert Your Salary To CRC

TaxAssist+ from The Next Gen Business is a tax calculation tool, tailored to use each country’s local currency for precision and simplicity.

To fully utilize this feature, please convert your native currency into CRC, ensuring accurate and efficient tax computations.

📌 What Is the Average Salary in Costa Rica?

Costa Rican workers typically earn CRC 650,000 monthly (CRC 7,800,000 annually), requiring resourcefulness and community focus.

San José, the vibrant capital, offers CRC 1,200,000 monthly, demanding resourcefulness but also boasting strong community ties.

📌 What Is the Minimum Wage in Costa Rica?

In Costa Rica, minimum wages vary by industry, ranging from ₡10,060.75 (USD 16.73) to ₡13,141.39 (USD 23) per day, depending on the worker’s skill level and sector.

📌 What Are The Types of Taxes in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica has progressive income tax rates ranging from 0% to 25%.

Corporate tax is set at 30%.

VAT is charged at 13%.

References

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PricewaterhouseCoopers: taxsummaries.pwc.com

Trading Economics: tradingeconomics.com/country-list/social-security-rate

KPMG: kpmg.com/sg/en/home/services/tax/tax-tools-and-resources.html

OECD.Stat: stats.oecd.org/index.aspx?DataSetCode=TABLE_I5

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TaxAssist+ by The Next Gen Business: Advanced Income Tax and Contribution Calculations for the 2024/25 Tax Year

TaxAssist+ streamlines the complexity of income tax calculations by accurately considering not only your gross income and the nature of your income (e.g., self-employed, traditional employment), but also essential deductions and contributions. This tool is designed to provide a comprehensive assessment of your tax obligations, including income taxes and social security contributions.

Step-by-Step Calculation Process:

  1. Computing Gross Income and Adjustments: We start by calculating your gross income, taking into account the type of income you earn. This is crucial in determining the subsequent steps and applicable rules in the calculation process.
  2. Determining Taxable Income: After identifying the gross income, TaxAssist+ calculates your taxable income. This involves adjusting your gross income with allowable deductions, considering factors unique to your income type. This step is pivotal in ensuring an accurate basis for tax calculation.
  3. Incorporating Income Taxes and Social Security Contributions: Our sophisticated algorithm then calculates your income tax liabilities and social security contributions, if applicable. This integration is a key differentiator, as it provides a more comprehensive overview of your total tax obligations.

TaxAssist+ ensures a thorough and accurate estimated tax calculation, providing you with clear insights into your financial obligations and aiding in effective financial planning.

Update Schedule: TaxAssist+ continuously monitors for amendments to tax rates and regulations, ensuring that our calculators remains current for the current tax year.

Customer Support: For any comments or inquiries, we encourage you to reach out directly to our support team via our contact page.

Step 1

Our international research professionals meticulously compile and scrutinize the latest tax laws and regulations to ensure foundational accuracy.
Antonio Garcia
Macroeconomics Research Expert

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A dedicated team of independent fact-checkers rigorously reviews and authenticates the compiled data for integrity and compliance.
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Our tech team then integrates these verified updates into the TaxAssist+ calculators, ensuring they reflect the most current tax rates.
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Product & IT Lead at TNGB Research

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