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Tax Refund Estimator
Estimate your federal tax refund or amount owed based on income, withholding, and filing status.
Tax Details
Box 2 on your W-2, or total estimated payments.
This calculator provides a simplified estimate only and is not tax advice. It assumes the standard deduction, W-2 wage income, and the 2025 federal tax brackets and Child Tax Credit. It does not account for itemized deductions, self-employment tax, other income types, or state taxes. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Enter your tax details and click Estimate My Refund
Why Use Our Tax Refund Estimator?
2025 Tax Brackets and Deductions
Uses the current 2025 federal income tax brackets and standard deduction for your filing status.
Child Tax Credit Included
Factor in qualifying children to estimate the Child Tax Credit, including its refundable portion.
Withholding Comparison
Compare your federal tax withheld so far against your estimated tax liability to see a refund or amount owed.
Pre-Tax Deductions
Account for 401(k) contributions and other pre-tax deductions that reduce your taxable income.
Clear Breakdown
See a full line-by-line breakdown of taxable income, tax before credits, credits applied, and your final estimate.
Private and Estimate-Only
All calculations happen in your browser. This is an estimate, not a substitute for professional tax advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an official tax calculation?
No. This tool gives a simplified estimate based on 2025 federal tax brackets, the standard deduction, and the Child Tax Credit. It is not tax advice and is not affiliated with the IRS.
Does this account for itemized deductions?
No. This calculator assumes the standard deduction for your filing status. If you itemize deductions, your actual taxable income and refund may differ.
How is the Child Tax Credit calculated?
Each qualifying child under 17 is estimated at $2,200 in 2025, with up to $1,700 per child potentially refundable if it exceeds your tax liability.
What counts as federal tax withheld?
This is the total federal income tax withheld from your paychecks, shown in Box 2 of your W-2, plus any estimated tax payments you've made.
Does this include state taxes?
No. This estimator covers federal income tax only. State tax refunds or amounts owed are calculated separately by your state.
Is my information stored or sent anywhere?
No. All calculations run locally in your browser. Your income and tax details are never saved or transmitted to a server.
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