How Tax Brackets Work in the US
Tax brackets determine the rate you pay on each portion of your income. The US system is progressive — higher income earns higher rates, but only on the income above each threshold.
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Important
Getting a raise never means you take home less money. Moving into a higher bracket only taxes the additional income at the higher rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. A raise only taxes the additional income at the higher rate. Income in lower brackets is still taxed at lower rates.
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