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UX/UI Designer Tax Calculator

Calculate 2026 taxes for UX/UI Designers on 1099. Track tool subscriptions, testing costs, and devices. Updated for the 2026 Tax Season.

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California Tax Rate: 9.3%

Common Deductions for UX/UI Designers

Design & Prototyping Tools

Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Miro, and similar subscriptions.

User Testing Costs

Participant incentives and testing platform fees for research.

Devices for QA

Phones/tablets used to review UI and accessibility across devices.

Portfolio & Hosting

Portfolio site hosting, domain, and case-study tools.

How to file taxes as a UX/UI Designer

As a UX/UI Designer, you are likely classified as an independent contractor (1099). This means taxes are not automatically withheld from your paychecks. You are responsible for paying:

  • Self-Employment Tax: 15.3% (Covering Social Security and Medicare)
  • Federal Income Tax: Based on your tax bracket
  • State Income Tax: Depending on where you live

The good news is that you can lower your taxable income by deducting "ordinary and necessary" business expenses. Use the list above to find write-offs specific to the Creative & Digital industry.