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American Samoa Salary & Tax Guide
Tuna economy with modest local taxation
Average Gross Salary
$8,000 / yr
Average Net Take-Home
$7,400 / yr
Top Marginal Tax Bracket
4%
Cost of Living Index
60 (US=100)
Economic & Employment Overview
Professionals in American Samoa typically earn $8,000 gross per year and keep roughly $7,400 after tax and mandatory contributions. Tuna economy with modest local taxation. Living costs sit at an index of 60 against a New York baseline of 100.
Leading Industries & Tech Sectors
Tuna CanningPublic ServicesFishing
Immigration & Expat Work Permits
Most foreign hires base themselves in Pago Pago, the country’s main hub for Tuna Canning roles. Work permits via US immigration channels
Major Economic Centers: Pago Pago, Leone, Ofu
Tax System Breakdown
Single Filer ModelUS-based wage framework with modest local government taxation. The top marginal statutory rate is 4%.
Sample Benchmark at Average Gross ($8,000 USD):
| Gross Salary | $8,000 |
| Total Income Tax Paid | $2,000 |
| Social Contributions / Payroll | $640 |
| Net Annual Take-Home | $5,360 |
| Effective Tax Rate | 33.0% |