💰 IRS Releases 2026 Income Tax Brackets (AARP Article)

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FROM THE ARTICLE.

The seven IRS tax rates determine how much you will owe Uncle Sam.

By Daniel Bortz, AARP. Published October 09, 2025.

Good news: You could fall into a lower bracket for the income you earn in 2026 thanks to the new income tax rates. Also, the standard deduction — the amount you can use as a deduction on your 1040 tax return without itemizing — will be higher.

If you start now, you can make plans to reduce your 2026 tax bill — the one due in April 2027. Knowing the tax brackets for 2026 can help you implement smart tax strategies, like adjusting your income tax withholding, so you don’t get hit with a big tax bill.

USE THE LINK BELOW TO READ THE ARTICLE.

https://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/income-tax-brackets-2026/