2026 Federal Tax Brackets and Standard Deduction
Use this quick-reference page to align withholding, annual tax estimates, and salary planning decisions.
| Filing Status | Standard Deduction | 10% Bracket Starts |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $16,100 | $0 |
| Married Filing Jointly | $32,200 | $0 |
| Head of Household | $24,150 | $0 |
| Married Filing Separately | $16,100 | $0 |
How to use this data
- - Re-check withholding if your filing status changed this year.
- - Use bracket context to plan bonus or side-income tax set-asides.
- - Pair bracket data with your paycheck and DTI tools for realistic cash-flow decisions.