10/10/2025
How much ordinary income will an early retiree need to pay a 10% effective (average) federal income tax rate in 2025?
Single: $71,300
Head of Household: $100,200
Married Filing Jointly: $142,600
How about a 20% effective federal income tax rate?
Single: $233,200
Head of Household: $268,700
Married Filing Jointly: $466,300
Looking at real math can ease fears about retirement tax planning.