Mexico vs Sweden
Tax Rate Comparison
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π° Personal Income Tax Calculator
Enter your income to see your estimated annual tax liability in each country β side by side.
π²π½ Mexico β State & Municipal Taxes
Mexico's 31 states and Mexico City each have their own regimes. States charge local payroll tax (Impuesto Sobre NΓ³mina) at 1%β4% (employer-paid). Municipal property tax (predial) rates vary significantly. Some states have lodging and entertainment levies. The Maquila sector benefits from special IMMEX programs. Nearshoring boom is driving new investment.
πΈπͺ Sweden β Municipal Income Tax
Sweden's 290 municipalities and 21 regions each set their own income tax, ranging from ~29% to 35% (avg ~32%). The state income tax of 20% only applies above ~SEK 598,500. Church of Sweden members pay ~1% church fee. No local corporate tax variation.
Mexico vs Sweden: Key Tax Differences (2026)
π° Income Tax: πΈπͺ Sweden has a higher top income tax rate (1.92β35% vs 32β52%). π²π½ Mexico is more favourable for high earners.
π VAT/Sales Tax: Sweden has a higher consumption tax (0β16% vs 6β25%).
π’ Corporate Tax: πΈπͺ Sweden offers a lower corporate rate (20.6% vs 30%), which can influence business location decisions.
π Capital Gains: πΈπͺ Sweden taxes investment gains at a lower rate (30% vs 35%), benefiting investors.