National Insurance Calculator
How to Use
Enter your annual salary to calculate your Class 1 Employee National Insurance contributions. NI is charged at 8% on earnings between £12,570 and £50,270, and 2% on earnings above £50,270. NI contributions fund the State Pension and NHS — your NI record must have 35 qualifying years for a full State Pension. Use this alongside the income tax calculator for your full deductions picture.
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