Question:
As Salamualaykum,
Do I need to pay zakat for income based on salary as well apart from based on property?
Answer:
Wa Alaykum Salam,
Zakat is not based on salary (income). Zakat is 2.5% of the financial resources that a Muslim has had for an entire Lunar year.
Imam Senad Agic
American Islamic Center – Chicago
Majlis #1 Head Imam (IABNA)
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