German Church Tax Calculator 2025
🏠 Free ToolCalculate your German church tax (Kirchensteuer) by federal state. Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg charge 8%, all other states 9% of income tax. See income tax, church tax, solidarity surcharge, and your effective combined tax rate.
| Tax Type | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Income Tax | €9,155.00 | €762.92 |
| Solidarity Surcharge | €0.00 | €0.00 |
| Church Tax (9%) | €823.95 | €68.66 |
| Total Tax Burden | €9,978.95 | €831.58 |
How it Works
The German Church Tax Calculator shows you how much Kirchensteuer you pay based on your federal state. In Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg the rate is 8% of income tax; in all other 14 states it is 9%. The calculator first computes your income tax using the § 32a EStG formula, then applies the applicable church tax rate.
Beyond church tax, the tool also calculates the solidarity surcharge, giving you a complete overview of your total tax burden. The effective combined rate shows what share of your taxable income goes to all three taxes combined.
For many taxpayers, church tax represents a significant annual expense. This calculator lets you determine both the annual and monthly burden and, for example, evaluate the financial impact of leaving the church. Note that church tax is deductible as a special expense, which reduces your income tax in the following year.
Use this tool together with our Wage Tax Calculator for a detailed salary analysis or with the Income Tax Calculator for comprehensive tax planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is church tax in Germany?
Church tax is 8% of income tax in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, and 9% in all other federal states. It is collected automatically by the tax office.
Who pays church tax in Germany?
All members of a tax-collecting religious community (Catholic, Protestant, some others) pay church tax. Leaving the church stops the obligation from the following month.
Can church tax be deducted from taxable income?
Yes, church tax paid is fully deductible as a special expense (Sonderausgabe), reducing your taxable income in the following year.
How much would I save by leaving the church?
Savings depend on your income and state. For a taxable income of €50,000, church tax amounts to roughly €1,000–1,100 per year.