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Crypto Capital Gains Tax Calculator
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Tax Rates
Tax brackets shown are for single filers (2024). Consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
How to Use This Calculator
Calculate the capital gains tax on your cryptocurrency sale. Enter the purchase price (cost basis), sale price, and holding period to see your tax liability.
Key Points:
- Short-term gains (≤1 year) are taxed as ordinary income
- Long-term gains (>1 year) qualify for lower capital gains rates
- This calculator uses federal tax rates only - state taxes may also apply
- Cost basis includes purchase price plus any fees
- Always consult a tax professional for your specific situation
Use this crypto capital gains tax calculator to compute blockchain & crypto results from your inputs.
Formula
Cost basis = Purchase price × Quantity Sale proceeds = Sale price × Quantity Gain/Loss = Sale proceeds - Cost basis Holding period = Sale date - Purchase date If ≤ 365 days: Short-term (taxed at income rate) If > 365 days: Long-term (0%, 15%, or 20%) Tax owed = Gain × Applicable tax rate