🇲🇿MZN Economy
Mozambique Salary & Tax Guide
Gas discoveries driving new demand
Average Gross Salary
$1,500 / yr
Average Net Take-Home
$1,350 / yr
Top Marginal Tax Bracket
32%
Cost of Living Index
28 (US=100)
Economic & Employment Overview
Gas discoveries driving new demand. Hiring concentrates in LNG, Coal and Agriculture, with the largest talent hubs in Maputo and Beira. Average gross pay is $1,500, leaving about $1,350 after statutory deductions.
Leading Industries & Tech Sectors
LNGCoalAgriculture
Immigration & Expat Work Permits
Most foreign hires base themselves in Maputo, the country’s main hub for LNG roles. Work permits and localisation quotas apply
Major Economic Centers: Maputo, Beira, Nampula
Tax System Breakdown
Single Filer ModelProgressive IRPS rates to 32%. The top marginal statutory rate is 32%.
Sample Benchmark at Average Gross ($1,500 USD):
| Gross Salary | $1,500 |
| Total Income Tax Paid | $375 |
| Social Contributions / Payroll | $120 |
| Net Annual Take-Home | $1,005 |
| Effective Tax Rate | 33.0% |