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1040 Income Tax Calculator

When it comes to your taxes, it’s best to have some idea where you stand before meeting with your Tax Pro. Use this 1040 Income Tax Calculator to estimate your tax bill or refund. If you owe, you have more time to gather the money. If you get a refund you can plan how you will use the funds.

This tool uses the latest information provided by the IRS including changes due to tax reform and is current and valid for 2020 taxes. Gather your tax documents including W-2s, 1099s, and other income and expense statements to complete the information. Click on each question in the drop down menu and type in your answer. Explanations for each question are provided below in the chart. If you have questions about your tax return a Tax Pro can help.


Enter your filing status, income, deductions and credits and we will estimate your total taxes. Based on your projected tax withholding for the year, we can also estimate your tax refund or amount you may owe the IRS next April.

Information and interactive calculators are made available to you as self-help tools for your independent use and are not intended to provide investment advice. We cannot and do not guarantee their applicability or accuracy in regards to your individual circumstances. All examples are hypothetical and are for illustrative purposes. We encourage you to seek personalized advice from qualified professionals regarding all personal finance issues.

How to calculate your tax refund

For the tax calculators below, be sure to have your 1099 or W-2 form handy and be ready to answer a few basic questions about your filing status, income, deductions, and credits.

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What’s My Filing Status?

What’s My Filing Status?

Knowing your IRS filing status is essential for making sure you get the maximum refund you deserve, along with all the credits and deductions to which you are entitled.

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How Fast Will You Get Your Tax Refund this Year?

How Fast Will You Get Your Tax Refund this Year?

When it comes to taxes, one of the most important questions we are often asked at Jackson Hewitt is, “Will I get a tax refund?” When the answer turns out to be “YES!” this good news leads almost immediately to clients asking, “How fast can I get my refund?” For millions of Americans, your tax refund feels like the biggest paycheck you’ll receive all year, so filing your taxes is your most important financial transaction*.

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