Federal · United States

    Capital Gains Tax Calculator

    Quick estimate for short-term (ordinary rates) or long-term (0% / 15% / 20%) capital gains.

    Last updated: May 23, 2026Long-term: 0% / 15% / 20%Short-term: ordinary income ratesTax year 2025
    Inputs

    Configure your scenario

    Enter your taxable income, gain amount, and holding period.

    Capital gain

    $10,000

    Estimated tax

    $1,500

    Rate used

    15.0%

    Breakdown

    Detailed estimate

    Estimated rate used
    15.0%
    Estimated capital gains tax
    $1,500
    FAQ

    Capital gains — quick answers

    Does this include NIIT (3.8%)?+

    Not yet. This page gives a base estimate and will be expanded with NIIT and filing-status tables.

    Are state taxes included?+

    No, this is federal-only estimate right now.