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Tax Bracket Calculator 2024

Enter your annual income and filing status to see your estimated 2024 federal income tax, marginal rate, effective rate, and a full bracket-by-bracket breakdown. Federal tax only.

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Estimated federal income tax
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Gross income$0
Standard / itemized deduction$0
Taxable income$0
Marginal tax rate0%
Effective tax rate0%
After-tax income$0

How federal tax brackets work

The US uses a progressive tax system. You pay the lowest rate (10%) on the first portion of your taxable income, a slightly higher rate on the next portion, and so on. Only the income that falls into a given bracket is taxed at that rate.

For example, a single filer earning $75,000 in 2024 does not pay 22% on all of their income. They pay 10% on the first $11,600, 12% on the next $35,550, and 22% on the remainder above $47,150 (after subtracting the $14,600 standard deduction). Their effective tax rate works out to around 13%, well below the 22% marginal rate.

2024 federal tax brackets - Single

Rate Taxable income range
10%$0 to $11,600
12%$11,601 to $47,150
22%$47,151 to $100,525
24%$100,526 to $191,950
32%$191,951 to $243,725
35%$243,726 to $609,350
37%Over $609,350

2024 federal tax brackets - Married filing jointly

Rate Taxable income range
10%$0 to $23,200
12%$23,201 to $94,300
22%$94,301 to $201,050
24%$201,051 to $383,900
32%$383,901 to $487,450
35%$487,451 to $731,200
37%Over $731,200

Frequently asked questions

What is a marginal tax rate?

Your marginal tax rate is the rate applied to the last dollar of your taxable income - the highest bracket you reach. For example, if you are single and earn $60,000, your marginal rate is 22%, but only the income above $47,150 (after the standard deduction) is taxed at that rate.

What is an effective tax rate?

Your effective tax rate is the average rate you pay across all your taxable income - total estimated federal tax divided by taxable income. It is always lower than your marginal rate because the lower portions of your income are taxed at lower rates.

How do tax brackets work in the US?

The US uses a progressive tax system. Income is taxed in layers: the first dollars at the lowest rate, income above each threshold at a higher rate, and so on. You pay the lower rates on the lower portions of income regardless of your total earnings.

What are the 2024 federal tax brackets for single filers?

For 2024, single filers pay: 10% on income up to $11,600; 12% on $11,601 to $47,150; 22% on $47,151 to $100,525; 24% on $100,526 to $191,950; 32% on $191,951 to $243,725; 35% on $243,726 to $609,350; and 37% on income above $609,350. The standard deduction of $14,600 is subtracted first.

Does this calculator include state taxes?

No. This calculator estimates 2024 federal income tax only. State and local income taxes vary widely by jurisdiction and are not included. Add your state's rate separately for a complete picture.

ClearCalc provides estimates for general information only and is not tax or financial advice. Tax laws change frequently. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice specific to your situation.