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2025 Self-Employment Tax & Penalty Estimator

Calculate your required quarterly payments based on IRS "Safe Harbor" rules ( Form 1040-ES ).

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1. 2025 Income Estimates

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Check if you are a doctor, lawyer, consultant, actor, or athlete. (Determines QBI eligibility).

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2. Deductions

3. Safe Harbor (Avoid Penalty)

To avoid penalties, you must pay the lesser of 90% of this year's tax or 100/110% of last year's tax.

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Estimated Quarterly Payment

$0.00
Based on 90% of Current Year
Deadlines Apr 15, Jun 15, Sep 15, Jan 15
Total Required for Year $0.00

Projected 2025 Liability

What you actually owe
Total Tax Burden $0.00
Self-Employment Tax $0.00
Social Security $0.00
Medicare $0.00
Federal Income Tax $0.00
Less: W-2 Withholding -$0.00

Total Takehome Income

After taxes
Net Income After Federal Taxes $0.00

Total income minus all taxes (Self-Employment + Federal Income Tax)

How "Safe Harbor" Works:

To avoid penalties, the IRS requires you to pay the smaller of:

  • 90% of your 2025 Expected Tax ( $0.00 )
  • 100% of your 2024 Total Tax ($0.00)

Learn more about Form 1040-ES from the IRS →

Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only and should not be interpreted as legal or tax advice. Tax laws and regulations are complex and subject to change. For proper tax advice and guidance specific to your situation, please consult a licensed tax attorney or qualified tax professional.