Free Salary Structure Calculator
Enter each employee's annual salary to instantly calculate monthly base pay, social insurance (4 mandatory insurances), income tax, take-home pay, and total employer cost. Supports up to 30 employees at once.
Employee Information
Up to 30 employees can be added.
Calculation Results
| Name | Annual (10K KRW) | Monthly Base | Nat'l Pension | Health Ins. | Long-term Care | Employment Ins. | Income Tax | Local Tax | Take-home | Employer Cost |
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Labor Cost Summary
Monthly Total Labor Cost
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Annual Total Labor Cost
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Labor Cost Breakdown
* Based on 2026 Korean social insurance rates. Actual amounts may vary depending on pay structure, bonuses, and variable compensation.
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As headcount grows, managing labor costs becomes complex. A single annual salary figure doesn't tell the full story — you need to factor in social insurance, income tax, take-home pay, and the employer's additional burden. This salary structure calculator takes each employee's annual salary and instantly computes monthly base pay, all four social insurance contributions, income tax, take-home pay, and total employer cost.
Key Features
Batch Calculation for Multiple Employees
Manage up to 30 employees on one screen. Enter the name, annual salary, tax-exempt amount, and number of dependents — all deductions are calculated automatically.
Employee and Employer Costs Side by Side
See the employee's actual take-home pay alongside the employer's true cost (salary + employer social insurance + industrial accident insurance) in a single table.
Cost Structure Visualization
A bar chart shows how total labor costs break down into take-home pay, social insurance, and taxes at a glance.
Monthly and Annual Totals
Get instant monthly and annual total labor cost summaries for all employees — ready for budget planning.
Applied Rates (2026 Korea)
National Pension
Employee 4.5%, employer 4.5%. Monthly standard income cap: KRW 5.9M, floor: KRW 390K.
Health Insurance
Employee 3.545%, employer 3.545%.
Long-term Care Insurance
12.95% of health insurance premium, split equally between employee and employer.
Employment Insurance
Employee 0.9%, employer 1.15% (0.9% unemployment + 0.25% employment stability).
Industrial Accident Insurance
Employer-only, approximately 1.0% applied (actual rate varies by industry).
How to Use
Step 1: Add Employees
Click "Add Employee" to create rows. One employee is shown by default; add up to 30.
Step 2: Enter Information
Fill in name, annual salary (in 10,000 KRW units), tax-exempt amount (KRW), and number of dependents. Results update instantly on every change.
Step 3: Review Results
Check the result table for per-employee deductions, take-home pay, and employer costs. The totals row and labor cost summary give you the full budget picture.
Tips
Hiring Budget Simulation
When planning new hires, just enter the proposed salary to instantly see the true employer cost — invaluable for budget planning.
Salary Negotiation Reference
Calculate how a raise affects take-home pay, enabling transparent communication with employees.
FAQ
What should I set for the tax-exempt amount?
Common items include meal allowance (KRW 200,000/month cap), personal vehicle subsidy (KRW 200,000/month), and childcare allowance (KRW 200,000/month). The default is KRW 200,000 for meal allowance.
Why might results differ from actual pay stubs?
Bonuses, performance pay, overtime, or year-end tax settlement results can cause differences. This calculator estimates based on fixed monthly salary.
Can I use this on mobile?
Yes. The result table scrolls horizontally and the input area is fully responsive.