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The PAYE (Pay As You Earn) Day Rate Calculator calculates your net daily income after deducting basic rate tax and National Insurance contributions in the UK. It helps contractors and daily workers understand their take-home pay.
The calculator uses the PAYE calculation formula:
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Explanation: The calculation deducts 20% for basic rate income tax and 8% for National Insurance from your gross day rate to determine your net daily income.
Details: Understanding your net pay is crucial for budgeting, financial planning, and ensuring you're being taxed correctly under the UK PAYE system. It helps contractors make informed decisions about daily rates and expected take-home pay.
Tips: Enter your daily rate in pounds. The calculator will automatically compute your PAYE tax (20%), National Insurance (8%), and net daily pay. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is the current basic tax rate in the UK?
A: The basic rate is currently 20% for income between £12,571 and £50,270 per year (2024/25 tax year).
Q2: What is the National Insurance rate for employees?
A: Employees pay 8% on earnings between £12,570 and £50,270 per year for the 2024/25 tax year.
Q3: Are there any other deductions not included?
A: This calculator covers basic PAYE tax and NI. Additional deductions may include student loan repayments, pension contributions, or other voluntary deductions.
Q4: What if I earn over £50,270 annually?
A: For earnings above £50,270, you'll pay 40% higher rate tax on the amount above this threshold. This calculator uses the basic 20% rate.
Q5: Is this calculator suitable for self-employed individuals?
A: This calculator is designed for employees under PAYE. Self-employed individuals have different tax and NI calculation methods.