Income Tax Calculator

Calculate your estimated federal income tax liability

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Income Tax Calculator

Calculate your estimated federal income tax using current tax rates and brackets. This calculator provides a simplified estimate for planning purposes and supports various filing statuses.

📊 Tax Information

Age 0-16
Age 17 or older

Income

$
(W-2 box 1)
$
(W-2 box 2)
$
(W-2 box 17)
$
(W-2 box 19)

Deductions & Credits

$
$
$
$
$
Max $2,500/Person
$
Max $3,000/Person, $6,000 total, up to age 13
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Student 1
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Student 2
$
Student 3
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Student 4
$

📋 Tax Calculation Results

Tax Owed for 2024
$441
Based on your income and withholdings
Gross Income $80,000
Total Deductions $14,600
Taxable Income $65,400
Federal Tax $9,441
Tax Credits $0
Federal Withheld $9,000

Tax Breakdown

Marginal Tax Rate 22%
Effective Tax Rate 11.8%
Tax as % of Income 11.8%

📚 Understanding Income Tax

Tax Brackets

The U.S. uses a progressive tax system with different tax rates for different income levels. Your marginal tax rate is the rate on your last dollar of income.

Deductions

You can choose between the standard deduction or itemizing deductions. The standard deduction is often simpler and may be more beneficial for many taxpayers.

Tax Credits

Tax credits directly reduce your tax liability dollar-for-dollar, making them more valuable than deductions which only reduce taxable income.

Important Disclaimers

Estimation Only: This calculator provides estimates for planning purposes only. Actual tax calculations may vary based on specific circumstances, additional income sources, and various deductions or credits not included in this simplified calculator.

Professional Advice: For complex tax situations, significant income changes, or important financial decisions, consult with a qualified tax professional or CPA.

Current Tax Law: Calculations are based on current federal tax law and standard deduction amounts. Tax laws may change, and this calculator may not reflect the most recent updates.