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30. Hungary -

This small and beautiful European nation opens the list in the 30th spot, with a net disposable income of US$21,026 per year.

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29. Slovakia -

A country famous for its architecture, caves, and the stunning Dead Sea, Slovakia takes the 29th spot with a net disposable income of US$21,149.

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28. Poland -

Poland is a central European country with a rich history and fascinating culture, and today, the net disposable income of people living there is around US$23,675.

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27. Estonia -

The Baltic nation of Estonia comes in 27th place on this list of countries, where the amount of net disposable income each year is US$23,784.

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26. South Korea -

South Korea's net disposable income has risen steadily in recent years, climbing to US$24,590 in 2024, to occupy 26th place on this list.

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25. Portugal -

One of the most popular countries in the world for foreign travelers, Portugal's net disposable income for residents stands at US$24,877.

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24. Slovenia -

This small nation located in the heart of Europe is known for its natural beauty. The net disposable salary for those living there is US$25,250.

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23. Czech Republic -

With an advanced economy and a disposable net income of US$26,664, it's no wonder the Czech Republic is considered to have a high standard of living.

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22. Spain -

There's a lot to be happy about in sunny Spain. In addition to being a beautiful country with great food and drinks, the net disposable income is US$27,155.

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21. Israel -

Home to many of the world's most important Holy sites, Israel is also known for its strong economy. The net disposable income is US$27,701.

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20. Japan -

Innovation, creativity, and technological advancement are at the heart of Japan's economic success, where the net disposable income is US$28,872.

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19. Italy -

Home of incredible architecture, art, literature, and opera, there's a lot to enjoy about Italy. Workers there have a net disposable income of US$29,431 to do so.

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18. Ireland -

Located on the periphery of Europe, Ireland's economic recovery has seen the net disposable income reach 18th spot on this list, at US$29,488.

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17. The United Kingdom -

The U.K. is a highly developed nation, known for its international influence on economics and politics, where the net disposable income is US$33,049.

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16. Finland -

A highly industrialized nation, Finland's ranks in the middle of this list at 16th place with a net disposable income of US$33,471.

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15. Sweden -

Sweden has a highly competitive economy, with a large number of privately owned enterprises. The net disposable income in the country is US$33,730.

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14. Denmark -

The gross national product of Denmark is one of the highest in the world. The country supports a high standard of living, with a net disposable income of US$33,774.

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13. France -

There's a reason why France is considered a wealthy, high-income nation. The net disposable income of US$34,375 is one of the highest in Europe.

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12. Canada -

Canada takes the top spot of countries people want to relocate to most. With a net disposable income of US$34,421, it's no wonder!

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11. Belgium -

Economic wellbeing and a high standard of living are a part of life in Belgium, where the net disposable income is US$34,884.

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10. The Netherlands -

Disposable income in the Netherlands grew in 2024, reaching a net disposable income of US$34,984 for workers in the country and giving it a spot in the top ten.

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9. Austria -

Compared to many other countries, disparity in household income is low in Austria, where the net disposable income is US$37,001.

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8. Australia -

Australia has a comparatively high gross domestic product and per capita income, where the net disposable income is US$37,433.

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7. Iceland -

A stable economy in Iceland, one of the world's largest electricity producers, is reflected in the net disposable income of US$37,549.

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6. Germany -

Germany has a very well-developed services sector. It takes sixth place on this list, with a net disposable income of US$38,971.

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5. New Zealand -

The cost of living might be rising in New Zealand, but it still has one of the best disposable net income rates in the world, at US$39,024.

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4. Norway -

Norway is known for its economic strength thanks to its oil assets, and the net disposable income in the country is US$39,144.

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3. Switzerland -

Switzerland is known for its low taxes by European standards and the net disposable income here is one of the highest in the world at US$39,697.

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2. Luxembourg -

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1. United States -

Households in the United States enjoy the highest net disposable income in the world, with  US$51,147 left to spend or save each year after paying taxes and social security contributions.

Sources: (World Population Review)

See also: Countries with the easiest citizenship options

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