California (CA) Tax Rates — 2026
Income Tax
13.3%
Sales Tax
8.85%
Property Tax
0.71%
Income Tax
Type: Graduated (marginal brackets)
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $10,412 | 1% |
| $10,412 | $24,684 | 2% |
| $24,684 | $38,959 | 4% |
| $38,959 | $54,081 | 6% |
| $54,081 | $68,350 | 8% |
| $68,350 | $349,137 | 9.3% |
| $349,137 | $418,961 | 10.3% |
| $418,961 | $698,271 | 11.3% |
| $698,271 | $1,000,000 | 12.3% |
| $1,000,000 | and above | 13.3% |
Standard Deduction: Single: $5,540 | Married Filing Jointly: $11,080
Sales Tax
State Rate7.25%
Avg Local Rate1.6%
Combined Rate8.85%
Groceries: Exempt
+2.28% vs national avg
Property Tax
Effective Rate0.71%
Median Annual Tax$4,279
-0.36% vs national avg (1.07%)
Retirement Income Tax
Social SecurityNO
PensionsFULLY TAXED
401(k) / IRAYES
Estate & Inheritance Tax
Has Estate Tax: NO
Corporate Tax
Corporate Income Tax Rate: 8.84%
Additional Notes
California has the highest top marginal income tax rate in the nation at 13.3%. The top bracket includes a 1% Mental Health Services surtax on income over $1M. Social Security benefits are not taxed, but pensions and 401(k)/IRA withdrawals are fully taxed.
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Sources: California Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.