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Web Developer Tax Calculator

Estimate your 2026 taxes as a freelance Web Developer. Deduct hosting, software tools, and business setup costs. Updated for the 2026 Tax Season.

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California Tax Rate: 9.3%

Common Deductions for Web Developers

Domains & Hosting

Domain renewals, hosting plans, and deployment services.

Development Tools

Paid IDEs, plugins, templates, and API subscriptions.

Testing Devices

Phones/tablets used to test sites and apps for client work.

Contractor Payments

Payments to subcontractors for design, QA, or specialized tasks.

How to file taxes as a Web Developer

As a Web Developer, 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 Tech & IT industry.