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Kenya PAYE Calculator 2026

Estimate monthly PAYE, statutory deductions, employer contributions, and take-home pay.

Income details

Monthly gross pay

Basic monthly salary before deductions.

KES

Other taxable benefits (optional)

For example: taxable allowances, bonuses, housing, or a company car benefit.

KES

Tax reliefs

Insurance relief amount (optional)

15% of eligible premiums, capped at KES 5,000 per month.

KES

Allowable deductions

Allowable pension contribution (optional)

Registered pension or provident fund; maximum allowable is KES 30,000 per month.

KES

Mortgage interest (optional)

Owner-occupied home interest; maximum allowable is KES 30,000 per month.

KES

Post-retirement medical fund (optional)

Registered fund contribution; maximum allowable is KES 15,000 per month.

KES

Other deductions

Other deductions (optional)

For example: loans, salary advances, or SACCO contributions.

KES

This reduces estimated net pay but does not reduce PAYE.

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View current monthly PAYE tax bands

Monthly income band (KES)	Rate
0 – 24,000	10%
24,001 – 32,333	25%
32,334 – 500,000	30%
500,001 – 800,000	32.5%
Above 800,000	35%

Personal relief: KES 2,400 per month.

Important: This calculator provides an estimate using currently published rates. It is not an official KRA assessment. Confirm final payroll and filing figures against KRA PAYE guidance or with a qualified tax professional.