Self-employment tax in Delaware
Delaware taxes self-employed income at graduated rates from 2.2% to 6.6%, with the top rate applying to taxable income over $60,000, on top of federal self-employment and income tax.
What a Delaware freelancer owes
- Federal self-employment tax of 15.3% (12.4% Social Security + 2.9% Medicare).
- Delaware brackets: the first $2,000 at 0%, then 2.2%, 3.9%, 4.8%, 5.2% and 5.55%, up to 6.6% over $60,000.
- Delaware tax applies by bracket, so only the portion of taxable income in each bracket is taxed at that bracket rate.
Estimate your Delaware taxes
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Estimated total tax
$13,567
Effective rate 26.1% on $52,000 net profit
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Estimates use 2026 US federal figures (IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32): self-employment tax of 15.3% (12.4% Social Security up to the $184,500 wage base + 2.9% Medicare) plus federal income tax on your net profit after the standard deduction. State and local taxes are only included if you set a state rate above. Simplified estimate for planning only — not tax advice.
Delaware freelancer tax — FAQ
What is the top Delaware income tax rate?
The top Delaware rate is 6.6%, applying to taxable income over $60,000.
What is the lowest Delaware income tax rate?
The first $2,000 of taxable income is taxed at 0%, and the next bracket is taxed at 2.2%.
How do I estimate my Delaware 1099 taxes?
Use the free MoneyFeed 1099 calculator for the federal estimate, then add Delaware tax at the graduated rates from 2.2% to 6.6%.
Figures are 2026 headline guidance for freelancers and the self-employed, not tax advice. Check current IRS and state rules or a CPA for your situation.
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