RM2,000 salary in Malaysia (2027)
A Malaysian earning RM2,000 gross per month takes home about RM 1,766.35 after EPF, SOCSO, EIS and PCB.
Take-home pay
RM 1,766.35
Total deductions
RM 233.65
Total cost to employer
RM 2,298.05
Monthly deductions for RM2,000
| Employee | Employer | |
|---|---|---|
| EPF (KWSP) | RM 220.00 | RM 260.00 |
| SOCSO (PERKESO) | RM 9.75 | RM 34.15 |
| EIS (SIP) | RM 3.90 | RM 3.90 |
| PCB / MTD (income tax) | RM 0.00 | – |
| Total deductions | − RM 233.65 | RM 298.05 |
| Take-home pay | RM 1,766.35 | Total cost to employer: RM 2,298.05 |
Estimates only, based on the statutory tables in effect today. Actual deductions depend on your employer's payroll setup, bonuses, additional reliefs and zakat. Confirm with KWSP, PERKESO and LHDN.
Non-citizen (foreign worker) on RM2,000
A non-citizen employee on RM2,000 pays 2% EPF (RM 40.00) and the employer 2% (RM 40.00); SOCSO RM 9.75; no EIS. Take-home about RM 1,950.25.
Common questions about a RM2,000 salary
How much EPF is deducted from RM2,000?
Employee EPF is RM 220.00 (11%) and the employer contributes RM 260.00, for a total EPF saving of RM 480.00 per month.
How much SOCSO for RM2,000?
Employee SOCSO is RM 9.75 and employer SOCSO is RM 34.15 per month (Category 1, under 60).
Is PCB deducted on RM2,000?
No — after EPF relief and the RM9,000 individual relief, a RM2,000 salary falls below the taxable threshold, so PCB is RM0.
What is the annual take-home for RM2,000?
About RM 21,196.20 per year (RM 1,766.35 × 12), before bonus.