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2026 Federal Tax Bracket Calculator
Your marginal bracket, effective tax rate, and take-home pay for 2026.
2026 federal tax brackets (single filer)
- 10%: $0 – $11,925
- 12%: $11,925 – $48,475
- 22%: $48,475 – $103,350
- 24%: $103,350 – $197,300
- 32%: $197,300 – $250,525
- 35%: $250,525 – $626,350
- 37%: $626,350+
How marginal rates work
A $75,000 income doesn't mean you pay 22% on everything. You pay 10% on the first $11,925, 12% on the next $36,550, and 22% on the remainder. Your effective rate is much lower than your bracket.
2026 standard deduction
Single: $15,700 | MFJ: $31,400 | HOH: $23,200
⚡ CalcWolf Insight
The 2026 standard deduction increased 2.8% from 2025 due to IRS inflation adjustments. About 90% of filers take the standard deduction rather than itemizing.
Frequently asked questions
What tax bracket am I in for 2026?▾
It depends on your taxable income (after deductions) and filing status. A single filer with $75,000 gross income using the standard deduction has ~$59,300 taxable income — putting them in the 22% bracket, but with an effective rate of ~13%.
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Based on IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-28 projections for 2026 tax year brackets.
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