Could you possibly provide me with some insight on the level of income tax in Korea? I've been considering relocating to the country and am curious about the financial implications of such a move. Is the tax rate considered high compared to other developed nations? Are there any specific income brackets or exemptions that I should be aware of? Additionally, are there any tax planning strategies that are commonly employed by residents to minimize their tax burden? I appreciate your time and expertise in this matter.
6 answers
Stefano
Mon Apr 01 2024
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) reported that the average tax wedge in 2022 stood at 34.6%.
Lorenzo
Mon Apr 01 2024
This figure remained unchanged from the previous year, indicating a stable tax burden across member countries.
Alessandro
Sun Mar 31 2024
In contrast, the tax wedge for the average single worker in Korea experienced a slight increase.
Filippo
Sun Mar 31 2024
Specifically, it rose from 23.8% in 2021 to 24.2% in 2022, representing a 0.4 percentage point increase.
QuasarGlider
Sun Mar 31 2024
This increase in the tax wedge might have implications for worker's disposable income and consumer spending in the country.