Self-employment tax in Georgia
Georgia moved to a flat state income tax — 5.19% for 2025, scheduled to keep falling toward 4.99% — which applies on top of federal self-employment and income tax.
What a Georgia freelancer owes
- Federal self-employment tax of 15.3% (Social Security + Medicare).
- Federal income tax on your net profit.
- Georgia state income tax at a flat 5.19% (2025), set to decrease by 0.10%/year toward 4.99%.
Estimate your Georgia taxes
Free 1099 self-employment tax calculator — add Georgia's 5.19% flat state rate. No sign-up.
Enter Georgia's 5.19% flat in the State Tax field for a full estimate.
States with no income tax are set to 0%. Estimate only — adjust for local taxes.
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.
Georgia freelancer tax — FAQ
Do freelancers pay state income tax in Georgia?
Yes. Georgia applies a flat state income tax of 5.19% for 2025 (down from 5.39%) to your net self-employed income, on top of federal taxes.
How do I estimate my Georgia 1099 taxes?
Use MoneyFeed's free 1099 calculator for the federal estimate, then add Georgia's 5.19% flat rate on your net profit.
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.