Calculator
Required Salary Calculator
Start with the net pay you want and work backwards to the gross salary that is likely to be required.
- Runs in your browser
- Uses official rate sources
- No account needed
Methodology
A binary search repeatedly runs the salary calculator until the estimated annual take home is within around GBP 1 where possible.
Example Calculation
Enter a target of GBP 3,000 per month to estimate the annual gross salary needed after tax, NI, pension and student loan deductions.
Estimate Disclaimer
Results are estimates for general information and are not financial, tax, employment or mortgage advice.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a rough percentage estimate?
No. It searches against the same tax engine used by the salary calculator.
Can I include pension contributions?
Yes. Pension, tax code, student loan and deduction options can be included in the reverse calculation.