2026 Tax Refund Calculator
Estimate the refund (or balance due) on the federal return you will file in early 2027. Includes the 2026 brackets and standard deduction, the $2,200 child tax credit and the new 2025–2028 deductions.
2026 federal tax brackets
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly | Head of household |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | $0–$12,400 | $0–$24,800 | $0–$17,700 |
| 12% | $12,401–$50,400 | $24,801–$100,800 | $17,701–$67,450 |
| 22% | $50,401–$105,700 | $100,801–$211,400 | $67,451–$105,700 |
| 24% | $105,701–$201,775 | $211,401–$403,550 | $105,701–$201,750 |
| 32% | $201,776–$256,225 | $403,551–$512,450 | $201,751–$256,200 |
| 35% | $256,226–$640,600 | $512,451–$768,700 | $256,201–$640,600 |
| 37% | $640,601+ | $768,701+ | $640,601+ |
Frequently asked questions
When are 2026 tax returns due?
Federal returns for tax year 2026 are generally due April 15, 2027. You can usually start filing in late January 2027.
What does this estimate leave out?
It covers wages, simple other income, the standard deduction, the child and other-dependent credits and the new Schedule 1-A deductions. It does not include the earned income credit, education credits, self-employment tax, itemized deductions or state tax.
Why might I owe instead of getting a refund?
If too little tax was withheld from your paychecks. You can change your withholding at any time by giving your employer a new Form W-4.