2026 Capital Gains Tax Rates
0%, 15%, or 20%
Long-term capital gains tax brackets
Summary
Long-term capital gains (assets held over 1 year) are taxed at 0%, 15%, or 20% depending on income. For 2026: 0% up to $48,350 (single) / $96,700 (MFJ); 15% up to $533,400 (single) / $600,050 (MFJ); 20% above. Net Investment Income Tax adds 3.8% above $200,000 (single) / $250,000 (MFJ). Short-term gains are taxed as ordinary income.
Breakdown
Source
IRS Rev. Proc. 2024-40· As of 2026-Q1
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