CA · 2026 Tax Calculators
California Tax Calculators
California tax snapshot
- Tax structure
- Graduated (up to 13.30%)
- Tax base
- State AGI
- Standard deduction
- $5,706 single
All California calculators
Every tool shows combined federal + California results. Rates verified 2026-06-22 from California FTB — 2025 Form 540 Tax Rate Schedules (X, Y1, Y2, Z).
Paycheck Calculator
Federal and California state take-home pay by paycheck period.
Self Employment Tax Calculator
Federal SE tax plus California state income tax on net profit.
1099 vs W2 Take-Home Pay
How much more a 1099 rate needs to beat a W2 offer in California.
Freelance Take-Home Pay
Net income after all federal and California taxes on self-employed earnings.
Freelance Hourly Rate
Target hourly rate to hit a take-home goal after California taxes.
Quarterly Estimated Tax
Combined federal and California quarterly estimated tax payment.
S-Corp vs LLC Tax Savings
Net annual savings from an S-Corp election in California after state fees.
Compare CA to other states
Scope note: Excludes California SDI (State Disability Insurance, ~0.9% of gross wages, withheld separately by EDD). Figures use the 2025 FTB bracket schedules as the best available proxy for 2026 withholding; the FTB may publish updated 2026 thresholds that differ slightly.