Federal Income Tax Brackets Federal tax brackets for 2025 define income ranges taxed at specific rates in the U.S. progressive tax system. There are seven brackets with rates of 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%. Income thresholds vary by filing status (e.g., single, married filing jointly). For example, single filers pay 10% on income up to $11,925, 12% on $11,926–$48,475, and so on, with the top 37% rate applying to income over $626,350. Married couples filing jointly have higher thresholds, like 10% up to $23,850 and 37% over $751,600. Only the income within each bracket is taxed at that rate, not the entire income. The IRS adjusts these brackets annually for inflation.
