Federal Tax Bracket Calculator
2026 federal income tax owed by filing status.
Federal tax (2026)
$9,982
Effective 11.7% · Marginal 22%
Taxable income
$69,600
Take-home
$75,018
Deduction used
$15,400
Tax by bracket
- 10% on $12,500$1,250
- 12% on $38,300$4,596
- 22% on $18,800$4,136
Federal income tax brackets only - state and FICA are separate. 2026 brackets are projected based on Rev. Proc inflation adjustments. Marginal rate is what you pay on the next dollar; effective rate is your overall tax divided by income.
About
Enter income and filing status. The calculator applies 2026 federal tax brackets, subtracts the standard or itemized deduction, and shows tax by bracket plus effective and marginal rates.
How to use
- Pick filing status.
- Enter income.
- Pick standard or itemized deduction.
FAQ
Are these the actual 2026 brackets?+
These are projected 2026 figures based on Rev. Proc. inflation adjustments. The IRS publishes final numbers each fall. State and FICA are separate.