Tax Bracket Calculator 2026 — Free Federal Income Tax Estimator
Calculate your federal income tax by bracket. See your effective tax rate, marginal rate, and take-home pay with our free 2026 tax bracket calculator.
What is Tax Bracket Calculator?
A tax bracket is a range of income taxed at a specific rate. The US uses a progressive tax system where higher income is taxed at higher rates. Your marginal rate is the rate on your last dollar earned, while your effective rate is your total tax divided by total income.
How to Use
- Enter your annual gross income
- Enter deductions (standard: $14,600 for single filers)
- Click Calculate to see your tax breakdown
Examples
Example
With $75,000 income and $14,600 standard deduction: taxable income = $60,400. Federal tax ≈ $8,528. Effective rate ≈ 14.1%. Marginal rate: 22%.
FAQ
What are the 2026 tax brackets?
For single filers: 10% up to $11,600; 12% up to $47,150; 22% up to $100,525; 24% up to $191,950; 32% up to $243,725; 35% up to $609,350; 37% above.
What is effective vs marginal tax rate?
Marginal rate is the tax on your last dollar. Effective rate is your total tax ÷ total income. Effective is always lower than marginal.
Does this include state taxes?
No, this calculates federal income tax only. State taxes vary by state and should be calculated separately.
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Disclaimer: Results are estimates. Consult a professional for important decisions.