Global Comparisons
Compare salaries, tax systems, and cost-of-living across major economies. Side-by-side analysis sourced from official government authorities including IRS, HMRC, ATO, CRA, IRD, and IRAS.
How to Interpret
Salary figures are annual averages sourced from government labor statistics and industry surveys, converted to local currency. Tax calculations use official brackets from each country's tax authority. Direct salary comparisons do not account for purchasing power, benefits, equity compensation, or non-monetary factors. See individual country pages and methodology for details.
Salary Comparison by Profession
Annual average salaries across major economies for key professions (converted to USD for comparison).
| Profession |  United States |  United Kingdom |  Australia |  Canada |  New Zealand |  India |  Singapore |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $120,000 | £55,000 | $110,000 | $85,000 | $95,000 | ₹12,00,000 | $72,000 |
| Doctor | $220,000 | £85,000 | $180,000 | $200,000 | $150,000 | ₹12,00,000 | $130,000 |
| Teacher | $58,000 | £35,000 | $75,000 | $65,000 | $58,000 | ₹3,50,000 | $48,000 |
| Registered Nurse | $82,000 | £35,000 | $80,000 | $75,000 | $65,000 | ₹4,00,000 | $42,000 |
| Accountant | $75,000 | £40,000 | $80,000 | $65,000 | $65,000 | ₹5,00,000 | $48,000 |
Data sourced from government labor statistics and industry surveys. All figures are annual averages.
How To Use These Comparisons
Don't Just Compare Salaries
- Tax burden varies wildly:A $150K salary in Singapore nets ~$127K after tax. The same salary in the UK nets ~$95K. That's a $32K difference for the same gross pay.
- Cost of living changes everything: $100K in Austin, TX buys roughly the same lifestyle as $160K in San Francisco. Geographic arbitrage is real.
- Benefits add 20-40%: Healthcare, retirement matching, equity and bonuses can dramatically change total compensation.
Who Should Use This Tool
- Professionals with competing international job offers
- Remote workers choosing where to base themselves
- Companies benchmarking compensation across offices
- Anyone evaluating a relocation decision
Salary Equivalent Comparisons
See how a Software Engineer salary in one country converts to another. All figures based on average annual salaries.
USA → UK
Software Engineer
Original$120,000 USD
Converted£94,488 GBP
EUR Equivalent111.111 € EUR
USA → Australia
Software Engineer
Original$120,000 USD
Converted$179,104 AUD
EUR Equivalent111.111 € EUR
USA → Canada
Software Engineer
Original$120,000 USD
Converted$164,384 CAD
EUR Equivalent111.111 € EUR
UK → Australia
Software Engineer
Original£55,000 GBP
Converted$104,254 AUD
EUR Equivalent64.676 € EUR
Canada → Australia
Software Engineer
Original$85,000 CAD
Converted$92,612 AUD
EUR Equivalent57.454 € EUR
Singapore → Australia
Software Engineer
Original$72,000 SGD
Converted$79,522 AUD
EUR Equivalent49.333 € EUR
Country-to-Country Comparisons
United States
USD · IRS
Salary benchmarks, tax rates, and cost-of-living data for United States. Compare with United Kingdom and Australia.
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GBP · HMRC
Salary benchmarks, tax rates, and cost-of-living data for United Kingdom. Compare with United States and Australia.
View United Kingdom comparisons →Australia
AUD · ATO
Salary benchmarks, tax rates, and cost-of-living data for Australia. Compare with United States and United Kingdom.
View Australia comparisons →Canada
CAD · CRA
Salary benchmarks, tax rates, and cost-of-living data for Canada. Compare with United States and United Kingdom.
View Canada comparisons →New Zealand
NZD · IRD
Salary benchmarks, tax rates, and cost-of-living data for New Zealand. Compare with United States and United Kingdom.
View New Zealand comparisons →India
INR · ITD
Salary benchmarks, tax rates, and cost-of-living data for India. Compare with United States and United Kingdom.
View India comparisons →Singapore
SGD · IRAS
Salary benchmarks, tax rates, and cost-of-living data for Singapore. Compare with United States and United Kingdom.
View Singapore comparisons →Quick Country Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I compare salaries between two countries?
Use the salary comparison tool above to select two countries and see side-by-side comparisons of average salaries, tax rates, and take-home pay for any profession.
Which country has the highest salaries?
The United States typically offers the highest nominal salaries across most professions, followed by Singapore and Australia. However, take-home pay depends on tax rates and cost of living.
How are tax rates calculated?
Tax rates are calculated using progressive tax brackets from each country's official tax authority (IRS, HMRC, ATO, CRA, IRD, IRAS, CBDT). Effective rates account for standard deductions and social contributions.
What is PPP-adjusted salary?
Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) adjustment accounts for differences in cost of living between countries. A PPP-adjusted salary shows what your income would be worth in terms of local purchasing power.