Tax Brackets 2026
US federal income tax brackets for 2026 side by side with income tax rates in 50 countries — from Monaco's 0% to Denmark's 55.9% top rate.
US Federal Tax Brackets 2026
For 2026 the IRS has seven federal income tax brackets: 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35% and 37%. Thresholds were adjusted for inflation under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), so slightly more of your income falls into the lower brackets than in 2025.
Single Filers
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $12,400 | 10% |
| $12,401 – $50,400 | 12% |
| $50,401 – $105,700 | 22% |
| $105,701 – $201,775 | 24% |
| $201,776 – $256,225 | 32% |
| $256,226 – $640,600 | 35% |
| $640,600+ | 37% |
Married Filing Jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $24,800 | 10% |
| $24,801 – $100,800 | 12% |
| $100,801 – $211,400 | 22% |
| $211,401 – $403,550 | 24% |
| $403,551 – $512,450 | 32% |
| $512,451 – $768,700 | 35% |
| $768,700+ | 37% |
$16,100 for single filers and $32,200 for married couples filing jointly. Federal tax applies only to income above the deduction.
How Marginal Tax Brackets Work
Tax brackets are marginal: each rate applies only to the slice of income that falls inside that bracket — not to your whole income. A single filer earning $60,000 in 2026 pays 10% on the first $12,400, 12% up to $50,400 and 22% only on the remaining $9,600, so the effective rate stays well below 22%.
Income Tax Rates in 50 Countries (2026)
Statutory income tax rates, tax-free allowances and top brackets across Europe and North America. Open any country for the full breakdown and a free salary calculator.
| Country | Rates 2026 | Tax-free up to | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 0–23% | ALL 4,988 | |
 | 0–10% | €24,000 | |
 | 20–36% | — | |
 | 0–55% | €13,539 | |
 | 14% flat | — | |
 | 25–50% | — | |
 | 10% flat | — | |
 | 10% flat | — | |
 | 0–33% | CA$16,452 | |
 | 20–30% | — | |
 | 0–35% | €19,500 | |
 | 15–23% | — | |
 | 12–55.9% | — | |
 | 22% flat | — | |
 | 0–44% | €21,200 | |
 | 0–45% | €11,497 | |
 | 20% flat | — | |
 | 0–45% | €11,604 | |
 | 9–44% | — | |
 | 15% flat | — | |
 | 31.45–46.25% | — | |
 | 20–40% | — | |
 | 23–43% | — | |
 | 0–10% | €960 | |
 | 25.5–33% | — | |
 | 12.5–22.4% | — | |
 | 20–32% | — | |
 | 0–42% | €13,230 | |
 | 0–35% | €12,000 | |
 | 12% flat | — | |
 | 0% | — | |
 | 9–15% | — | |
 | 35.82–49.5% | — | |
 | 10% flat | — | |
 | 0–17.6% | NOK 17,655 | |
 | 12–32% | — | |
 | 13–48% | — | |
 | 10% flat | — | |
 | 9% flat | — | |
 | 10% flat | — | |
 | 19–25% | — | |
 | 16–50% | — | |
 | 19–47% | — | |
 | 0–52% | SEK 61,500 | |
 | 0–50.14% | CHF 16,160 | |
 | 15–40% | — | |
 | 18% flat | — | |
 | 0–45% | £14,426 | |
 | 0–37% | US$12,400 | |
 | 0% | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the US federal tax brackets for 2026?
There are seven federal brackets in 2026: 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35% and 37%. For single filers the top 37% rate starts at $640,600 of taxable income; for married couples filing jointly at $768,700.
Did US tax brackets change for 2026?
Yes. Bracket thresholds rose with the annual inflation adjustment under the OBBBA, and the standard deduction increased to $16,100 for single filers and $32,200 for married couples filing jointly.
Which country has the highest income tax in 2026?
Among the 50 countries we track, Denmark has the highest top rate at about 55.9%, followed by Austria at 55% and Belgium and Slovenia at 50%. Monaco and Vatican City levy no personal income tax at all.
Which European countries use a flat tax?
Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and North Macedonia tax personal income at a flat 10%, Moldova at 12%, Hungary at 15%, Ukraine at 18%, Georgia at 20% and Estonia at 22%.
How do marginal tax brackets work?
Each bracket rate applies only to the income inside that bracket. Moving into a higher bracket never reduces your take-home pay — only the extra income above the threshold is taxed at the higher rate.