Self-Employment Tax Calculator (US)

How much self-employment tax do I owe?

U.S. freelancers and business owners pay both the employee and employer shares of Social Security and Medicare.

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How this calculator works

Taxable base = 92.35% of profit. Social Security = 12.4% up to the wage base; Medicare = 2.9% on all. Half of the total is deductible for income tax. Additional Medicare tax for high earners is not included.

Frequently asked questions

Is this my total tax?

No — income tax is separate. Many self-employed people make quarterly estimated payments to cover both.

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Results are estimates based on the numbers you enter and simplified assumptions. They are not financial advice. See our disclaimer.

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