Both Mexico and Brazil sit in Latin America, but their tax structures take different paths. On a R$ 210.000 gross, the effective tax burden in Brazil is roughly 17.3% higher than in Mexico — driven by differences in IMSS vs INSS, bracket structure, and personal allowance.
Same nominal gross applied to both tax systems. Currencies aren't FX-converted — compare structures, not purchasing power.
Mexico's ISR income tax uses an 11-band sliding scale with a top rate of 35%. Employee IMSS social contributions are modest (~3%); the employer covers the lion's share. A subsidio para el empleo helps low earners. State payroll taxes are charged to the employer, not the worker.
Brazil's IRPF income tax has four bands topping out at 27.5%. INSS social contributions of 7.5–14% are deducted progressively up to the contribution ceiling. Employer payroll charges (FGTS, INSS patronal) roughly double the cost of employment but don't reduce take-home.
Pre-calculated breakdowns at common pay levels in Mexico — open either side for the full page.
Last updated: 2026. Estimates only — see the disclaimer above.