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Quarterly Estimated Tax Calculator

If you expect to owe $1,000+ at tax time, the IRS wants quarterly estimated payments. This calculator projects what to send each quarter.

Filing status

Net self-employment income

Other income (W-2, interest, etc.)

Federal tax already withheld

Additional deductions (beyond standard)

Standard deduction for your status: $15,000.

Estimated total tax

$28,955

Net owed after withholding

$28,955

Per quarter (1040-ES)

$7,239

Income tax

$17,651

SE tax

$11,304

Taxable income

$59,348

Safe harbor.Pay the smaller of 90% of this year's tax or 100% of last year's (110% if last year's AGI > $150k) to avoid an underpayment penalty.

This calculator provides general projections only and is not individualized tax or legal advice. Consult a qualified CPA for your specific situation.