Estimate federal income tax and FICA from gross pay using illustrative 2024 brackets. Fully client-side — no account, uploads, or remote storage.
Added Apr 18, 2026 · Updated May 1, 2026
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Estimates US federal income tax and take-home pay using 2024 IRS tax brackets. Uses standard deductions and FICA rates. This is an estimate only — consult a tax professional for advice.
2024 standard deduction ($14,600) reduces taxable income to $60,400. Effective rate ≈ 18.8% (federal + FICA).
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For 2024, the standard deduction is $14,600 for single filers, $29,200 for married filing jointly, and $21,900 for head of household.
No. This calculator covers US federal income tax and FICA only. State income tax varies widely and is not included. For a full picture, add your state's tax rate.
Employers withhold using IRS formulas, prior W-4 elections, pre-tax benefits (401(k), HSA, FSA), post-tax deductions, and local taxes. This tool models simplified federal brackets plus standard FICA.
No. High earners with large capital gains, ISO exercises, or investment income can trigger AMT or the Net Investment Income Tax — consult a tax professional when those situations apply.
Update the bracket metadata when tax law changes. Always cross-check thresholds, standard deductions, and FICA limits against IRS publications for the calendar year you are estimating.