How do I use the Federal Income Tax Calculator?

First, select the tax year and your filing status. Next, enter your gross income and any above-the-line deductions. Then, input your tax credits (both nonrefundable and refundable), any additional taxes like self-employment tax, and the total amount of federal tax you've already paid. Finally, click 'Calculate' to see your estimated refund or amount due.

What is the difference between nonrefundable and refundable tax credits?

Nonrefundable tax credits can reduce your tax liability to zero, but you do not receive any of the remaining credit back as a refund. Refundable tax credits are paid out in full, even if they are worth more than your total tax liability, meaning you can receive them back as part of your refund.

What years does this tax calculator cover?

This calculator can be used to estimate your federal income tax for the years 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.

Federal Income Tax Calculator

Estimate your federal tax refund or amount due for years 2018-2025.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Consult a qualified professional for tax planning.

How to Use This Calculator

Select Tax Year & Filing Status: Start by choosing the correct year and the filing status that applies to you.
Enter Income & Deductions:
- Gross Income: Enter your total income for the year before any taxes or deductions are taken out.
- Above-the-Line Deductions: Input specific deductions (e.g., student loan interest, IRA contributions) to calculate your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI).
Enter Tax Credits & Additional Taxes:
- Nonrefundable Tax Credits: These can reduce your tax to zero, but you don't get any amount back as a refund.
- Additional Taxes: Input other federal taxes, such as self-employment tax.
- Refundable Tax Credits: These are paid out in full, even if your tax liability is zero.
Enter Payments Made: Input the total federal income tax you've already paid through paycheck withholding and any quarterly estimated payments.
Click Calculate: See your estimated refund or amount due, tax bracket, and a full calculation summary.

Tax Year

Filing Status

Gross Annual Income

Above-the-Line Deductions

Nonrefundable Tax Credits

Refundable Tax Credits

Additional Taxes (e.g., Self-Employment)

Federal Income Tax Withheld

Estimated Tax Payments Made

Your Estimated Results

Estimated Tax Due

Marginal Tax Bracket

Effective Tax Rate

Calculation Summary

Gross Annual Income:

Above-the-Line Deductions:

Adjusted Gross Income (AGI):

Standard Deduction:

Taxable Income:

Tax Before Credits:

Nonrefundable Tax Credits:

Tax After Nonrefundable Tax Credits:

Additional Taxes:

Total Tax:

Refundable Tax Credits:

Total Payments:

Final Amount Due: