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Spain Employer Cost of an Employee 2026
Work out what an employee costs in Spain in 2026: 23.60% common contingencies, unemployment, training, FOGASA, MEI and work accidents, with the maximum base.
Temporary contract?
Yearly cost to the employer
39.645 €
| Gross salary | 30.000,00 € |
| Employer Social Security (32.15 %) | 9.645,00 € |
| Average cost a month | 3.303,75 € |
Employer: 23.60% common contingencies, 5.50% unemployment, 0.60% training, 0.20% FOGASA, 0.75% MEI and the AT/EP rate, on the contribution base (max €5,101.20/month, plus the solidarity contribution above it).
No incentives or bonuses. Checked: October 2026. Not legal, tax or financial advice. 🔒 Everything stays on your device.
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📚 Official sources: Orden PJC/297/2026 (BOE)
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About 32% of pay on a permanent contract (23.60% + 5.50% + 0.60% + 0.20% + 0.75% + accidents), up to the maximum base.