Seems we're somewhat good at something? EU Gross/Net incomes

https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/01/22/net-vs-gross-salaries-in-europe-how-much-are-employees-really-taking-home

Puts things in perspective, though don't know if these numbers are true for higher salaries, and how depressed we should be with being below the EU average on gross/net salaries