Kenya Payroll Calculator 2026

Calculate your monthly net pay based on Kenya's 2026 tax regulations. Get instant breakdown of PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, and Housing Levy deductions.

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2026 Tax Rates Applied (Feb 2026 - Year 4 of NSSF Act 2013):

  • PAYE: Progressive rates (10%-35%) with Ksh 2,400 personal relief
  • NSSF Tier I: 6% of earnings up to Ksh 9,000 (capped at Ksh 540)
  • NSSF Tier II: 6% of earnings between Ksh 9,000 and Ksh 108,000 (capped at Ksh 5,940)
  • SHIF: 2.75% of gross pay (minimum Ksh 300)
  • Housing Levy: 1.5% of gross pay
  • SHIF and Housing Levy are allowable PAYE deductions (Dec 2024 update)