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Free Crypto Tax Calculator (US 2026)
Estimate your federal capital gains tax on crypto sales for tax year 2026. Splits short-term vs long-term gains, applies the correct ordinary or LTCG bracket based on filing status and income, layers in the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax for high earners, and surfaces tax-loss harvesting opportunities. State tax not included — see notes.
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Ordinary Income (Wages + Short-Term + Staking)
$213,000
Marginal Ordinary Income Rate
32.0%
Tax on Short-Term Gains + Staking
$9,176
Long-Term Capital Gains Rate
15.0%
Tax on Long-Term Gains
$9,000
Net Investment Income Tax (3.8%)
$2,774
Total Federal Crypto Tax
$20,950
Effective Tax Rate on Crypto Gains
22.5%
Tax Savings if You Harvest All Losses
$3,840
Net Crypto Income After Federal Tax
$72,050
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