Know Your Worth. Compare Properly.
RateParity calculates the real difference between contractor and permanent roles across Europe. See true take-home pay, employer costs, and hidden compensation—all in one place.
Real Tax Data
Country-specific tax packs with verified rates from official sources
True Cost Comparison
See both worker take-home and complete employer burden
Every Assumption Editable
Customize pension, benefits, leave days, IR35 status, and more
Instant Scenarios
Model contractor day rates vs permanent salaries in seconds
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Why RateParity?
The Problem: Recruiters quote day rates. Employers talk salaries. Contractors juggle expenses. Nobody compares properly.
The Solution: RateParity makes it transparent. Compare what you take home, what it costs, and what you're really worth.
Who It's For
Contractors
Validate your day rate against salary equivalents
Employees
Understand what going independent really means
Employers/Recruiters
Model workforce costs and benchmark rates
Countries Covered
We currently support 18 European countries with verified tax packs.