PAYE Calculator (Kenya)
Work out your net pay, PAYE tax, NSSF, SHIF and Housing Levy from a gross or net salary — updated for the latest KRA rates.
Salary details
Rates effective 2025-01. NSSF tier limits (LEL / UEL) are subject to change by circular. Figures are estimates for guidance only.
Net pay (monthly)
Ksh 0.00
Ksh 0.00 per year
- Gross pay
- Ksh 0.00
- NSSF
- Ksh 0.00
- SHIF
- Ksh 0.00
- Housing Levy
- Ksh 0.00
- Taxable income
- Ksh 0.00
- Tax before relief
- Ksh 0.00
- Personal relief
- − Ksh 0.00
- PAYE (tax)
- Ksh 0.00
- Total deductions
- Ksh 0.00
Frequently asked questions
How is PAYE calculated in Kenya? +
PAYE is charged on your taxable income (gross pay minus allowable deductions: NSSF, SHIF and the Housing Levy) using progressive tax bands of 10%, 25%, 30%, 32.5% and 35%. A personal relief of Ksh 2,400 per month is then subtracted from the tax due.
What is deducted from my gross salary? +
Typical statutory deductions are NSSF (6% of pensionable pay across Tier I and Tier II, currently capped at Ksh 4,320 — limits are subject to change), SHIF (2.75% of gross, minimum Ksh 300), the Affordable Housing Levy (1.5% of gross) and PAYE income tax.
How much is NSSF in 2025? +
NSSF is 6% of pensionable pay, split into Tier I (6% of the first Ksh 8,000) and Tier II (6% of earnings from Ksh 8,001 up to the Upper Earnings Limit of Ksh 72,000). The maximum employee contribution is currently Ksh 4,320 per month. NSSF limits are set by circular and are subject to change — always confirm against the latest NSSF notice.
What is SHIF and how much is it? +
SHIF (Social Health Insurance Fund) replaced NHIF. It is 2.75% of your gross salary, subject to a minimum contribution of Ksh 300 per month.
Can I calculate gross salary from a target net pay? +
Yes. Switch to the “Net → Gross” tab and enter your desired take-home pay — the calculator works backwards to find the gross salary that produces it.
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