The Estate Tax Calculator estimates federal estate tax due. Many states impose their own estate taxes, but they tend to be less than the federal estate tax. This calculator is mainly intended for use by U.S. residents.
Estimated federal estate tax due: $0.00
| Gross estate | $0.00 |
| Deductions | $0.00 |
| Taxable estate | $0.00 |
| Lifetime gifts added back | $0.00 |
| Exemption (2026) | $15,000,000.00 |
| Estate tax due | $0.00 |
For 2025 the federal basic exclusion is $13,990,000.00 per person. Estates below it, after deductions and lifetime taxable gifts, owe no federal estate tax.
Above the exclusion, the unified rate schedule applies, rising from 18% to a top rate of 40%. Rules can change, so check with a tax professional.