How do I calculate my solidarity surcharge?
June 24, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Christine Witzelmann
Dear tax advisor,
My name is Emma Binder and I am faced with the challenge of calculating my solidarity surcharge correctly. I have already extensively studied the topic, but I am unsure if I have understood everything correctly. That is why I am reaching out to you for clarification.
As for the current situation: I am an employee in a medium-sized company and earn a gross monthly salary of 3,500 euros. So far, I have no additional income besides my salary. My employer already deducts taxes and social contributions from my salary, but I am unsure if the solidarity surcharge applies in my case and how much it is.
The current state is that I do not know exactly how to calculate the solidarity surcharge and whether I have to pay it at all. My concerns are that I do not want to make any mistakes and have to make unexpected tax payments. Therefore, it is very important to me that I calculate the solidarity surcharge correctly.
My question to you is: How do I calculate my solidarity surcharge as an employee with a monthly gross salary of 3,500 euros? What factors do I need to consider and how can I ensure that the calculation is correct? Are there any allowances or special considerations that I should keep in mind?
I would greatly appreciate your support and a detailed explanation so that I can properly handle my tax matters.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Emma Binder
Dear Mrs. Binder,
Thank you for your question regarding the solidarity surcharge and your trust in my expertise as a tax advisor. I will be happy to help you calculate the solidarity surcharge correctly to avoid any potential errors and properly handle your tax matters.
The solidarity surcharge is an additional tax on income tax paid by employees with a certain income. In your case as an employee with a monthly gross salary of 3,500 euros, you should pay the solidarity surcharge as your salary exceeds the threshold for the surcharge.
The calculation of the solidarity surcharge is based on the income tax and is currently 5.5% of the determined income tax. To calculate the solidarity surcharge, you first need to determine your income tax. There are various tax calculators available online that can assist you with this. Once you know your income tax, multiply it by 0.055 (5.5%) to get the amount of the solidarity surcharge.
It is important to note that the solidarity surcharge is considered an advance payment on the income tax and is withheld monthly by your employer along with the wage tax. Therefore, you should see the amount of the solidarity surcharge listed on your monthly payroll.
There are no exemptions or special considerations to take into account when calculating the solidarity surcharge. It is a flat-rate tax paid by employees with a certain income.
In conclusion, I would advise you to regularly review your tax matters and consult a tax advisor in case of any uncertainties to avoid potential errors. If you have any further questions or need assistance, I am at your disposal.
I hope that my explanations have been helpful and have provided clarity on the calculation of the solidarity surcharge. If you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best regards,
Christine Witzelmann
