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Grade V Salary in Ireland

Pay scale €52,758–€63,110 a year

A supervisory administrative grade — running a section or office and its staff.

The Grade V salary follows the national HSE pay scale — a fixed incremental scale from €52,758 (starting point) to €63,110 (top of scale). You move up one increment for each year of satisfactory service, plus any long-service increments and qualification or location allowances that apply to the post.

Estimate your take-home pay

Prefilled at this grade’s scale midpoint — adjust to any point.

€

Estimated take-home

€3,658 /month

€43,901 a year · €844 a week

Gross
€57,934
− Income tax (PAYE)
−€10,374
− USC
−€1,284
− PRSI
−€2,375
Net
€43,901
Effective deduction rate
24.2%

Estimate for a single PAYE employee at 2025 rates — income tax, USC and PRSI only (marriage, rent/medical and other credits not included). Not tax advice; check revenue.ie for your exact figures.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Grade V earn in Ireland?
The HSE Grade V pay scale runs from €52,758 to €63,110 a year. You start near the bottom and move up the scale with each year of service.
What is the take-home pay for a Grade V?
At the scale midpoint (€57,934), a single employee takes home about €43,901 a year (€3,658 a month) after income tax, USC and PRSI. Use the calculator above for the exact figure at any point on the scale.
What qualifications does a Grade V need?
Requirements are set per campaign — check each listing. Relevant experience and, for many posts, a QQI qualification are typical.