Quarterly Tax Estimator
Estimate your self-employment tax set-aside and split it into four quarterly installments.
Self-Employment Tax
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Income Tax
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Total Estimated Tax to Set Aside
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This is a simplified planning estimate, not tax advice. It doesn't account for deductions, the SE tax adjustment to taxable income, tax brackets, or your specific jurisdiction's due dates. Confirm exact figures and deadlines with a tax professional or your local tax authority (in the US, see IRS Form 1040-ES).
Why freelancers set aside tax quarterly
No employer withholds tax from a freelancer's income, so the responsibility — and the cash-flow risk — falls on you. Splitting your estimated annual tax burden into four installments and setting that amount aside from every payment (rather than scrambling at filing time) is the single most reliable way to avoid an unpleasant surprise. Pair this with the main rate calculator's tax reserve field to bake this directly into every quote you send.