Estate Tax Calculator
Calculate federal and state estate tax for 2026. See the exemption threshold, graduated rates, and effective tax rate on your estate.
2026 Federal Exemption: ~$7M per person ($14M married with portability, after TCJA sunset)
Federal Rates: Graduated from 18% to 40% on the taxable amount above the exemption
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Frequently Asked Questions
2026 federal exemption?▾
Approximately $7 million per individual after the TCJA sunset. Estates below this threshold owe no federal estate tax.
Estate tax vs inheritance tax?▾
Estate tax is paid by the estate before distribution. Inheritance tax is paid by beneficiaries. Six states have inheritance tax: IA, KY, MD, NE, NJ, PA.
Which states have estate tax?▾
Twelve states plus DC: CT, HI, IL, ME, MD, MA, MN, NY, OR, RI, VT, WA, and DC. Exemptions range from $1M to $13.6M.
Is my data stored?▾
No. All calculations happen in your browser.