NMW (Age 21+) — 20 hours per week After Tax 2025-26
Age 21+ (National Living Wage) · £12.21/hr · Gross: £12,698/year
NMW (Age 21+) — 20 hours per week — full tax breakdown 2025-26
| Item | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | £12,698 | £1,058 |
| Personal Allowance (tax-free) | £12,570 | £1,048 |
| Income Tax | −£26 | −£2 |
| National Insurance (8%) | −£10 | −£1 |
| Net take-home | £12,662 | £1,055 |
Minimum wage take-home pay — 20 hours a week
Working 20 hours per week at the Age 21+ (National Living Wage) of £12.21/hr, your weekly gross is £244 and your annual gross is £12,698 (based on 52 weeks). After Income Tax of £26 and National Insurance of £10, your take-home pay is £12,662/year, which is £1,055/month or £244/week net.
These figures use the standard tax code 1257L, no pension contributions, and no student loan deductions. Use the calculator above to adjust for your specific circumstances — including pension contributions that reduce your taxable income and National Insurance liability.
Frequently asked questions
How much do I take home on minimum wage working 20 hours a week?
Working 20 hours/week at £12.21/hr (NMW (Age 21+) — 20 hours per week), your annual gross is £12,698. After Income Tax (£26) and National Insurance (£10), you take home £12,662/year — £1,055/month or £244/week.
Do I pay Income Tax on minimum wage at 20 hours a week?
Yes. At 20 hours/week, your annual gross is £12,698, above the £12,570 Personal Allowance. Income Tax of £26/year is deducted at 20% on earnings above £12,570.
What is the weekly gross pay for 20 hours at £12.21?
Working 20 hours/week at £12.21/hr gives a weekly gross of £244 and an annual gross of £12,698 (52 weeks). Your weekly take-home after tax is approximately £244.
What is the NMW / NLW rate for Age 21+ (National Living Wage) in 2025-26?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.21/hr from April 2025. This is the statutory minimum — employers must pay at least this rate or face HMRC enforcement and financial penalties.
What is the effective tax rate on minimum wage at 20 hours a week?
The effective tax rate (Income Tax + NI as % of gross) on £12,698 annual gross is 0.28%. Income Tax is £26 and National Insurance is £10. Total deductions: £36/year.
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