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RM20,000 Monthly Salary After Tax — Malaysia 2026
Gross Monthly
RM 20,000 / month
Take-Home (monthly)
RM 14,210.33 / month
Effective Tax Rate
28.95%
Tax Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Gross |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Monthly Salary | RM 20,000.00 | |
| EPF (Employee 11%) | - RM 2,200.00 | 11.00% |
| SOCSO (Employee 0.5%) | - RM 24.50 | 0.12% |
| EIS (Employee 0.2%) | - RM 19.75 | 0.10% |
| Income Tax (Monthly) | - RM 3,545.42 | 17.73% |
| Net Monthly Take-Home | RM 14,210.33 | |
| Annual Gross | RM 240,000.00 | |
| Annual Income Tax | RM 42,545.00 | |
| Net Annual Take-Home | RM 170,523.96 |
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🇲🇾 Open Malaysia Tax Calculator →Frequently Asked Questions
How much take-home pay is RM 20,000 monthly salary in Malaysia?
On a RM 20,000 monthly salary, your take-home pay after EPF (11%), SOCSO, EIS, and income tax is approximately RM 14,210.33 per month, or RM 170,523.96 per year.
How much income tax do I pay on RM 20,000 monthly salary in Malaysia?
Your estimated monthly income tax on a RM 20,000 salary is RM 3,545.42 (RM 42,545.00 annually). The effective income tax rate is 17.73%.
How much EPF do I contribute on RM 20,000 salary?
The employee EPF contribution is 11% of monthly gross salary: RM 2,200.00 per month. Your employer also contributes 12% (RM 2400).