California Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your 2026 California state income tax in seconds. Enter your annual income and filing status — this free California income tax calculator applies the verified 2026 California brackets, standard deduction, exemptions and credits. Runs entirely in your browser.
In 2026, California has a graduated income tax ranging from 1% to 13.3%. California offers a $5,540 standard deduction for single filers ($11,080 joint) and a $153 per-filer credit. Excludes California's 1.3% State Disability Insurance (SDI) payroll tax. The 13.3% top rate includes the 1% Mental Health Services Tax on income over $1 million.
California 2026 Income Tax Brackets
| Taxable income (Single) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $11,079 | 1% |
| Over $11,079 – $26,264 | 2% |
| Over $26,264 – $41,452 | 4% |
| Over $41,452 – $57,542 | 6% |
| Over $57,542 – $72,724 | 8% |
| Over $72,724 – $371,479 | 9.3% |
| Over $371,479 – $445,771 | 10.3% |
| Over $445,771 – $742,953 | 11.3% |
| Over $742,953 – $1,000,000 | 12.3% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 13.3% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income (Joint) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $22,158 | 1% |
| Over $22,158 – $52,528 | 2% |
| Over $52,528 – $82,904 | 4% |
| Over $82,904 – $115,084 | 6% |
| Over $115,084 – $145,448 | 8% |
| Over $145,448 – $742,958 | 9.3% |
| Over $742,958 – $891,542 | 10.3% |
| Over $891,542 – $1,000,000 | 11.3% |
| Over $1,000,000 – $1,485,906 | 12.3% |
| Over $1,485,906 | 13.3% |
Marginal rates: only income inside each band is taxed at that band's rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the California income tax rate for 2026?
California has a graduated income tax ranging from 1% to 13.3%.
What deductions and exemptions does California offer?
California offers a $5,540 standard deduction for single filers ($11,080 joint) and a $153 per-filer credit.
How accurate is this California income tax estimate?
It is an annualized estimate: your income minus the 2026 standard deduction (and any state exemptions/credits shown), run through 2026 marginal brackets. It does not include pre-tax deductions like 401(k) contributions, itemized deductions, phaseouts, or local income taxes. Your actual liability can differ.
Sources
Tax figures verified September 2026 for tax year 2026.
Estimate only — not tax advice. This calculator annualizes your income, subtracts the 2026 standard deduction (and state personal exemptions/credits where shown), and applies 2026 marginal brackets. It does not model pre-tax deductions (401(k), health insurance), itemized deductions, credits you may qualify for, phaseouts, or local/city/county income taxes. Consult a tax professional for your situation.