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Salary vs Dividend Calculator

Compare estimated salary and dividend outcomes for a single limited company director using tax rules from 2023/24 to 2026/27.

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Scope: This estimator is designed for one director/shareholder in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. It assumes all post-tax profit is paid as a dividend, no associated companies and no student loan, pension, benefits-in-kind or other adjustments.

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Enter your figures and select Calculate to compare common salary strategies.

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What the calculator compares

The calculator tests common salary levels, including no salary, the National Insurance Lower Earnings Limit, the employer National Insurance threshold and the Personal Allowance. It then estimates the remaining dividend and total personal take-home.

Tax outcomes depend on your full circumstances, and Corporation Tax periods do not always match personal tax years. Use the result as an estimate rather than personalised tax advice.

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