How It Works
Uses two basic single standard deductions versus one joint standard deduction and the official 2026 brackets.
Both people are assumed under 65, not blind, eligible for the basic deduction, with no credits, AMT, capital gains or special phaseouts. Does not model married-filing-separately or determine filing-status eligibility.
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How does this calculator work?
Uses two basic single standard deductions versus one joint standard deduction and the official 2026 brackets.
What assumptions should I check?
Both people are assumed under 65, not blind, eligible for the basic deduction, with no credits, AMT, capital gains or special phaseouts. Does not model married-filing-separately or determine filing-status eligibility.