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Income Tax Calculator

Estimate your federal and state income taxes

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Tax Estimate
Based on the information you provided
Annual Take-Home Pay
$56,693
$4,724 monthly
Total Tax
$18,307
24.4% effective rate
Federal Income Tax$7,441
State Income Tax$5,129
Social Security Tax$4,650
Medicare Tax$1,088
Total Tax$18,307

Tax Saving Opportunities

  • Increasing your 401(k) contributions could reduce your taxable income. You can contribute up to $22,500 in 2023 ($30,000 if you're 50 or older).
  • Consider contributing to a Traditional IRA to reduce your taxable income. You may be eligible to deduct up to $6,500 in 2023 ($7,500 if you're 50 or older).
  • If you have a high-deductible health plan, consider contributing to an HSA. You can contribute up to $3,850 for individuals or $7,750 for families in 2023.
  • Your itemized deductions are close to the standard deduction. Consider bunching deductions in alternate years to maximize tax benefits.

About Income Taxes

This calculator provides an estimate of your federal and state income taxes based on the information you provide. It includes federal income tax, state income tax, and FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare).

Tax Deductions vs. Credits

  • Tax Deductions: Reduce your taxable income before calculating taxes (e.g., mortgage interest, charitable donations)
  • Tax Credits: Directly reduce your tax bill dollar-for-dollar (e.g., Child Tax Credit, Earned Income Credit)

Credits are generally more valuable than deductions of the same amount because they directly reduce your tax liability rather than just your taxable income.

Tax-Advantaged Accounts

  • 401(k) and Traditional IRA: Contributions reduce your current taxable income, but withdrawals in retirement are taxed
  • Roth 401(k) and Roth IRA: Contributions are made with after-tax dollars, but qualified withdrawals in retirement are tax-free
  • HSA: Triple tax advantage - tax-deductible contributions, tax-free growth, and tax-free withdrawals for qualified medical expenses