2016 Tax Rates and Other Numbers Are Out
The 2016 tax rates and other numbers are out. And yes, it’s that time of year again; so, you better have your turkey and all the other fixings ready for Thanksgiving. But it’s also time to take a look at the latest tax brackets and standard deductions amounts for the upcoming 2016 tax year. To be clear, these apply to the tax return you will file in 2017, not the return you will file in 2016. For those numbers click here. As always, the numbers have changed from this current year, so make sure you make any necessary adjustments if your financial situation has changed significantly, or if you expect it to. Without further adieu, here are the 2016 tax brackets:
2016 Tax Brackets
Tax Rates for Individuals:
| Over | But Not Over | Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $9,275 | 10% |
| $9,276 | $37,650 | 15% |
| $37,651 | $91,150 | 25% |
| $91,151 | $190,150 | 28% |
| $190,151 | $413,350 | 33% |
| $413,351 | $415,050 | 35% |
| $415,051 | And over | 39.6% |
Head of Household
| Over | But Not Over | Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $13,250 | 10% |
| $13,251 | $50,400 | 15% |
| $50,401 | $130,150 | 25% |
| $130,151 | $210,800 | 28% |
| $210,801 | $413,350 | 33% |
| $413,351 | $441,000 | 35% |
| $441,001 | And over | 39.6% |
Married Filing Jointly Tax Rates
| Over | But Not Over | Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $18,550 | 10% |
| $18,551 | $75,300 | 15% |
| $75,301 | $151,900 | 25% |
| $151,901 | $231,450 | 28% |
| $231,451 | $413,350 | 33% |
| $413,351 | $466,950 | 35% |
| $466,951 | And over | 39.6% |
Married Filing Separately Tax Rates
| Over | But Not Over | Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $9,275 | 10% |
| $9,276 | $37,650 | 15% |
| $37,651 | $75,950 | 25% |
| $75,951 | $115,725 | 28% |
| $115,726 | $206,675 | 33% |
| $206,676 | $233,475 | 35% |
| $233,476 | And over | 39.6% |
The IRS has also released its standard deductions chart for 2015. Everyone who pays taxes will get a small increase in their standard deduction amount.
Standard Deductions
| Filing Status | Standard Deduction Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $6,300 |
| Married Filing Jointly | $12,600 |
| Married Filing Separately | $6,300 |
| Head of Household | $9,300 |
| Surviving Spouse | $12,600 |
Other Tax Rate Changes of Note
There were several other important changes to the tax rates one should be aware of for the coming year, which of course you can start preparing for as soon as January arrives. That’s because it’s never too early to start preparing for the next tax season.
The maximum earned income credit amount for taxpayers filing jointly is now $6,269 for those who have 3 or more qualifying children in 2016, which is a slight increase from 2015.
The foreign earned income exclusion has also ticked up slightly from the 2015 mark of $100,800. It will be $101,300 for 2016.
As far as personal exemptions go, the number for 2016 is $4,050 a slight increase from $4000 this year. Also, the Alternative Minimum Tax exemption amount is $83,300 for married couples who file jointly and $53,900 for singles.
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If you want to examine all the latest numbers from the IRS more closely, then visit their website by clicking here. If you want further information about getting ready for your 2015 tax return, or for preparing for your 2015 tax year, then please contact GROCO for assistance. You can reach us by calling 1-877-CPA-2006, or by clicking here.
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