Why Hire in the Philippines?
The Philippines’ 50‑million‑strong workforce is young, English‑proficient, and digitally adept. Experienced software engineers typically earn ₱40,000–90,000 per month (≈ US$700–1,600), which is 50–70 % lower than salaries in the West. This cost advantage enables your organisation to hire skilled professionals while significantly lowering overall recruitment costs.
From Gross to Net Pay
The calculator shows take‑home pay after income tax (graduated rates from 0 %–35 %) and mandatory employee contributions to SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag‑IBIG. Combined, these deductions typically amount to around 10–12 % of gross salary. Employers must also account for their share of contributions (around 12–14 %) and the government‑mandated 13th‑month pay. The Philippine tax and benefits system is relatively straightforward and transparent, making payroll easy to manage.
Fast, Compliant Hiring
No local entity in the Philippines? High Five’s Employer‑of‑Record service can quickly onboard your team, manage payroll, taxes, and government contributions, and ensure full compliance with local labor laws. This efficient setup means you can focus on building your team—without worrying about local bureaucracy.
