Calculate your federal, state, and self-employment taxes in seconds. Select your state to get an accurate 2026 tax estimate.
Freelancers in these states only pay federal taxes—no state income tax!
Input your expected 1099 income and business expenses for the year.
See exactly how much you'll owe in federal, state, and self-employment taxes.
Know exactly how much to pay each quarter to avoid penalties.
1099 workers typically pay 25-35% of their net income in taxes. This includes self-employment tax (15.3%), federal income tax (10-37%), and state income tax (0-13% depending on your state). Use our state-specific calculators for an exact estimate.
Nine states have no state income tax: Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming. Freelancers in these states only pay federal taxes.
Divide your expected annual tax liability by 4. Our calculator shows your quarterly payment amount. Payments are due April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15.
Self-employment tax is 15.3% of your net self-employment income. It covers Social Security (12.4%) and Medicare (2.9%). Unlike W-2 employees who split this with employers, 1099 workers pay the full amount.
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