2026 Federal & SE Tax Audit

1099 Contractor vs W2 Salary Tax Calculator

Find out what 1099 hourly rate equals your W2 salary after 15.3% self-employment tax, healthcare, and Schedule C write-offs.

Target Annual Gross Revenue ($)

Estimated Annual Business Write-offs ($)

1099 Contractor Net Take-Home

$89,240

After SE Tax & Deductions

Equivalent W2 Salary Needed

$108,500

To match exact take-home cash