Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your federal income tax, taxable income, and effective tax rate.
Standard deduction of $14,600.00 included.
Tax Bracket Breakdown
This estimation is based on 2024 federal tax brackets and standard deductions. Actual results may vary based on itemized deductions, credits, and state taxes.
Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your federal income tax, taxable income, and effective tax rate. In the United States, federal income tax is progressive, meaning higher portions of your income are taxed at higher rates.
Progressive Tax System
The U.S. uses tax brackets. You only pay a higher rate on the income that falls within that specific bracket, not your entire income.
Standard Deduction
Most taxpayers use the standard deduction to reduce their taxable income ($14,600 for single, $29,200 for married filers in 2024).
Effective Tax Rate Formula
Effective Tax Rate = (Total Tax Paid / Gross Annual Income) × 100%This reflects the actual percentage of your total income that goes to the IRS after all deductions and bracket calculations.
Tax Scenarios
Single Filer ($75k)
A single taxpayer earning $75,000 with the standard deduction pays roughly $9,200 in federal tax.
Married Couple ($150k)
A couple filing jointly earning $150,000 pays roughly $17,800 total, benefiting from wider tax brackets.