๐Ÿ“… Quarterly Tax Calculator

Calculate what to pay the IRS each quarter to avoid underpayment penalties. For 1099 freelancers and gig workers.

Your 1099 Income

Your Quarterly Payment

Net Self-Employment Income $47,924

Federal Tax Breakdown

Self-Employment Tax (15.3%) -$7,333
SE Tax Deduction (50%) +$3,666
Adjusted Gross Income $44,290
Standard Deduction -$14,600
Taxable Income $29,690
Federal Income Tax -$3,563

Total Tax Owed

Total Federal Tax -$10,896
Already Withheld (W-2) -$0

Quarterly Payment Due

Per Quarter $2,724
Due Each Payment Date $2,724
โš ๏ธ Safe Harbor Rule: You can avoid penalties by paying 100% of last year's tax (110% if high earner), or 90% of this year's tax. If you had no tax liability last year, there's no underpayment penalty.

๐Ÿ“… 2026 Quarterly Tax Due Dates

Q1
Apr 15, 2026
Q2
Jun 15, 2026
Q3
Sep 15, 2026
Q4
Jan 15, 2027

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