Georgia State Tax Calculator 2026
Estimate your Georgia state income tax and take-home pay for tax year 2026.
Last updated: November 2025 · Source
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Georgia 2026 tax overview
HB463 reduced rate to 4.99% effective Jan 1, 2026 (down from 5.39%).
Breakdown
Georgia income tax brackets, 2026
Georgia charges one rate on all taxable income. Figures are for single filers unless the state uses one schedule for all statuses.
| Taxable income | Rate | Tax on this bracket |
|---|---|---|
| Over $0 | 4.99% | 4.99% of everything above $0 |
Brackets apply to income after the Georgia standard deduction of $12,000 single and $24,000 married filing jointly, which is separate from the federal standard deduction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 2026 Georgia income tax rates?
Georgia charges a flat 4.99% on taxable income for 2026. HB463 reduced rate to 4.99% effective Jan 1, 2026 (down from 5.39%).
At what income does the top Georgia tax rate start?
Georgia has a single rate, so it applies from the first dollar of taxable income above the standard deduction. There is no higher bracket to reach.
What is the 2026 Georgia standard deduction?
Georgia allows a state standard deduction of $12,000 for single filers and $24,000 for married filing jointly in 2026. This is separate from the federal standard deduction, which is $16,100 and $32,200 respectively.
Does Georgia tax Social Security and retirement income?
Georgia does not tax Social Security and offers one of the largest retirement income exclusions in the country: $35,000 per person aged 62 to 64, rising to $65,000 from 65.
What surprises people most about Georgia income tax?
Georgia went flat in 2024 and is cutting the rate annually. HB 463 pulled the 2026 rate down to 4.99% retroactively, and the schedule continues toward 3.99%.