Utah (UT) Tax Rates

Utah 1099 Tax Calculator

Calculate your Utah state income tax (flat 4.65%), 15.3% SECA self-employment tax, and net take-home pay.

Income & Deductions

Tax Year 2026
$
15% of gross
$

Net Take-Home

After All Taxes

$62,930

$5,244/month

Total Taxes

Set Aside

$22,070

$1,839/month

Effective Tax Rate

Combined Rate

22.1%

Fed + State + SECA

Quarterly 1040-ES

IRS Voucher

$5,518

4 Equal Payments

Where Every Dollar of Your 1099 Revenue Goes

Take-Home (63%)
SECA 15.3% (12%)
Federal (6%)
State (4%)
Expenses (15%)

Itemized Tax Liability ScheduleIRS Form 1040 Schedule C & SE

Net Business Profit (Schedule C Line 31)$85,000
Self-Employment Tax (SECA 15.3%)SS + Med
$12,010
↳ 50% Above-the-Line SE Tax Deduction-$6,005
↳ Section 199A QBI 20% Pass-Through DeductionTax Relief
-$12,879
Federal Standard Deduction (2026)-$14,600
Federal Income Tax Liability$6,387
Utah State Income Tax (4.65%)$3,673
Total Annual Tax Obligation$22,070

Download a clean, printable 1040-ES voucher summary for your CPA or records.

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Since your 1099 net profit is $85,000, you are paying $12,010 in self-employment taxes. Electing S-Corp status allows you to pay yourself a reasonable salary and take the remainder as tax-free distributions.

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$6,800 / year

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Utah State Tax Rules for 1099 Contractors

Flat rate 4.65% with a taxpayer tax credit that phases out for higher earners.

Utah Business Entity & Franchise Information:

• Annual LLC / Franchise Fee: Annual renewal fee is $20.

• Standard Deduction (Utah): $0 (Single) / $0 (Married Joint).

1099 Tax Calculators by Profession in Utah

1099 Software Engineer & Developer

Benchmark: $145,000/yr

Freelance Graphic Designer & UI/UX Artist

Benchmark: $82,000/yr

Freelance Copywriter & Content Strategist

Benchmark: $75,000/yr

1099 Real Estate Agent & Realtor

Benchmark: $110,000/yr

1099 Travel Nurse & Per Diem Healthcare Provider

Benchmark: $125,000/yr

1099 Management & Business Consultant

Benchmark: $160,000/yr

Freelance Videographer & Photographer

Benchmark: $78,000/yr

1099 Digital Marketer & SEO Consultant

Benchmark: $92,000/yr

1099 Personal Trainer & Fitness Coach

Benchmark: $65,000/yr

1099 Uber, Lyft & Rideshare Driver

Benchmark: $52,000/yr

1099 Delivery Driver (DoorDash, Instacart, UberEats)

Benchmark: $46,000/yr

1099 Electrician & Trade Subcontractor

Benchmark: $88,000/yr

1099 Mental Health Therapist & Counselor

Benchmark: $95,000/yr

1099 Virtual Assistant & Operations Manager

Benchmark: $58,000/yr

1099 Content Creator & Social Media Influencer

Benchmark: $85,000/yr

1099 Freelance Bookkeeper & Accountant

Benchmark: $76,000/yr

Utah 1099 Tax FAQ

What is the self-employment tax rate in Utah?

In Utah, all 1099 independent contractors pay the federal SECA tax of 15.3% (12.4% Social Security up to $168,600 and 2.9% Medicare) on 92.35% of net profit, plus a flat 4.65% Utah state income tax.

Does Utah have state income tax on 1099 contractor earnings?

Yes, Utah taxes freelance and 1099 earnings. Flat rate 4.65% with a taxpayer tax credit that phases out for higher earners.

What are the annual LLC and business fees in Utah?

Annual renewal fee is $20.