Net Pay — 1099 Contractor & Freelancer Tax Calculator
See what you actually take home.
A free, no-signup calculator for US 1099 contractors and freelancers. Estimate federal income tax, self-employment tax, and true take-home for 2026.
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Your Take-Home
Set aside for tax
Nobody withholds tax for you, so this is the money to keep back.
Estimated quarterly payments
- Q1 (Jan–Mar) · due 15 April 2026$4,499
- Q2 (Apr–May) · due 15 June 2026$4,499
- Q3 (Jun–Aug) · due 15 September 2026$4,499
- Q4 (Sep–Dec) · due 15 January 2027$4,499
Free business banking that estimates your tax bill and ring-fences the cash as you get paid. Partner offer.
As a W-2 employee on the same pay
An employee's payroll tax is split with their employer, so the same gross pay keeps more. The gap is roughly the premium you should build into your contractor rate (before benefits).
Estimates only. Based on 2026 US federal tax rules for single/standard filers. Does not include state, local, or other tax obligations. Consult a qualified accountant.
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Saved scenarios
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