Pennsylvania · Tax year 2026
Pennsylvania 1099 Tax Calculator
Estimate your 2026 Pennsylvania freelancer taxes: federal self-employment tax, federal income tax, and the state's low flat 3.07% income tax.
Estimated total tax
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Per quarter
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Pennsylvania's 3.07% flat rate is one of the lowest. Note that some PA municipalities add a local earned-income tax on top. State figure is an estimate — see our methodology.
Pennsylvania 1099 taxes
Pennsylvania applies a flat 3.07% state income tax to your net self-employment income — one of the lowest state rates in the country. Add federal self-employment tax (see our self-employment tax calculator) and federal income tax for the full picture.
Don't forget local earned-income tax
Many Pennsylvania municipalities and school districts levy a local earned-income tax (often around 1%, but it varies) on top of the state rate. This calculator covers the state and federal portions; check your local rate with your municipality. See how much to set aside for 1099 taxes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pennsylvania's income tax rate for freelancers?
Pennsylvania charges a flat 3.07% on net self-employment income — among the lowest state rates. Local earned-income taxes may add roughly 1% depending on your municipality.
Does Pennsylvania have local income taxes?
Yes. Many PA municipalities and school districts levy a local earned-income tax on top of the 3.07% state rate. Check your specific local rate.
Do Pennsylvania freelancers pay quarterly taxes?
Yes — federal estimates to the IRS and Pennsylvania estimates if you expect to owe over $246 in PA tax (the state's threshold).
Other state calculators
Compare your tax in other states — your federal bill stays the same, but state tax varies widely:
- California · Graduated 1%–13.3%
- New York · Graduated 3.9%–10.9% (+NYC)
- Texas · No state income tax
- Florida · No state income tax
- Washington · No state income tax
- Illinois · Flat 4.95%
- North Carolina · Flat 3.99%
- Georgia · Flat 5.19%
- Arizona · Flat 2.5% (lowest)
- Michigan · Flat 4.25%
- Colorado · Flat 4.4%
Estimates based on 2026 federal and Pennsylvania figures; state tax estimate excludes state-specific deductions and credits. Not tax advice — confirm with the IRS, your state tax agency, or a professional. See our disclaimer.