How much tax do I pay on $20,000 self-employed in United States?

If you earn $20,000 as a self-employed individual in United States in 2024, your estimated tax breakdown is:

ItemAmount
Gross income$20,000
Federal Income Tax$540
Social Security (SE)$2,290
Medicare (SE)$536
Total tax$3,366
Take-home pay$16,634
Monthly set-aside$280
Effective tax rate16.8%

Set aside approximately $280 each month to cover your 2024 tax bill.