Not sure which calculator to use? Here's a side-by-side comparison of the Payroll Tax Calculator and Self-Employment Tax Calculator to help you pick the right one for your needs.
Calculate payroll tax obligations for employees and employers including Social Security, Medicare, and federal unemployment taxes. See both employee and employer share of FICA taxes.
Includes visual pie chart breakdown
Calculate your self-employment tax (Social Security and Medicare) as a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner.
| Feature | Payroll Tax Calculator | Self-Employment Tax Calculator |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Tax | Tax |
| Inputs | 3 required fields | 3 required fields |
| Outputs | 4 results | 4 results |
| Chart | pie chart | No chart |
| FAQs | 3 answered | 3 answered |
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Choose the Payroll Tax Calculator if you need to calculate total payroll tax. Use the Self-Employment Tax Calculator if you need to calculate self-employment tax. Both calculators are free and require no sign-up.
