Bonus Tax Aggregate Calculator
Free, fast, and no sign-up. Results are estimates.
About the Bonus Tax Aggregate Calculator
With the aggregate method, a bonus is treated as part of your regular pay, so it is taxed at your marginal rate. This calculator compares your tax with and without the bonus and shows the extra tax caused by it, along with your net bonus.
Frequently asked questions
What is the aggregate method?
The bonus is added to your regular wages and the combined amount is taxed as ordinary income. The extra tax caused by the bonus is the difference between the two totals.
Is the aggregate method better than the percentage method?
It depends on your income. If your marginal rate is below 22% the aggregate method can leave you with more, and above 22% it can leave you with less.
Is the result exact?
These results are estimates for planning, not tax advice. They do not include local taxes, health insurance, or other payroll deductions.