With inflation still high, the IRS has announced higher federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2024. The changes are roughly a 5.4% increase of the tax brackets and standard deduction. Unless your income increases by 5.4% in 2024 the changes could result in a lower income tax liability for the year. Of course, that also depends on many other factors.
2023 Federal Income Tax Brackets
Below are tables of the new 2024 tax brackets for single individuals and couples who are married filing jointly.
2024 Marginal Federal Income Tax Brackets for Single Individuals
| Taxable Income | Taxes Owed |
|---|---|
| $11,600 or less | 10% of the taxable income |
| $11,601 to $47,150 | $1,160 plus 12% of the amount over $11,600 |
| $47,151 to $100,525 | $5,426 plus 22% of the amount over $47,150 |
| $100,526 to $191,950 | $17,169 plus 24% of the amount over $100,525 |
| $191,951 to $243,725 | $39,111 plus 32% of the amount over $191,950 |
| $243,726 to $609,350 | $55,679 plus 35% of the amount over $243,725 |
| $609,351 or more | $183,647 plus 37% of the amount over $609,350 |
2024 Marginal Federal Income Tax Brackets for Couples Married Filing Jointly
| Taxable Income | Taxes Owed |
|---|---|
| $23,200 or less | 10% of the taxable income |
| $23,201 to $94,300 | $2,320 plus 12% of the amount over $23,200 |
| $94,301 to $201,050 | $10,852 plus 22% of the amount over $94,300 |
| $201,051 to $383,900 | $34,337 plus 24% of the amount over $201,050 |
| $383,901 to $487,450 | $78,221 plus 32% of the amount over $383,900 |
| $487,451 to $731,200 | $111,357 plus 35% of the amount over $487,450 |
| $731,201 or more | $196,670 plus 37% of the amount over $731,200 |
Standard Deductions for 2024
The standard deduction for single individuals increases from $13,850 in 2023 to $14,600 for 2023. For couples who are married filing jointly the standard deduction increases from $27,700 in 2022 to $29,200 for 2024.
Contribution Limit Increases for HSAs and FSAs
As covered earlier in the year in the previous Escient Financial Insights article You'll Be Able to Contribute More to Your HSA in 2024, there are higher annual contribution limits for HSAs. The individual limit increases from $3,850 to $4,150, and the family limit increases from $7,750 to $8,300. There is also a catch-up contribution amount of $1,000 additional for those age 55 or older.
For FSAs in 2024, the maximum salary reduction contribution amount is increasing from $3,050 to $3,200. In addition, the maximum carryover amount is increasing from $610 to $640.
Retirement Plan Contribution Limits for 2024
The contribution limits for 2024 for retirement plans such as 401(k), 403(b), IRA, and Roth IRA accounts were released last week and can be found in the Escient Financial Insights article 2024 Retirement Plan Contribution Limits.
Tax Planning Opportunities
With these higher tax brackets, standard deductions, and contribution limits, there may be more tax saving opportunities available. As the new year approaches it's a great time to start planning for 2024 to minimize tax liability and increase your opportunities for financial success in the future.
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