Freedom Score

United States to United Kingdom: tax & freedom compared

How does United Kingdom score against United States? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€4,312
Per year vs. United States-€1,017

Tax

63/100

Residency

87/100

Cost of living

35/100

Living environment

70/100

Mobility

95/100

Ownership

85/100

Compared by dimension

On an average United States income of €69,600 gross per year, you keep €51,750 net in United Kingdom: a difference of €1,017 per year compared with United States.

  • Tax: on this income United Kingdom lands at an effective rate of about 26%, against 24% in United States.
  • Passport and mobility: from United Kingdom you travel visa-free to 190 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale United Kingdom scores 87 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give United Kingdom a living-environment score of 70 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between United States and United Kingdom?
On an average United States income it differs by roughly €1,017 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat