Short-Term Capital Gains Calculator
Calculate tax on cryptocurrency sold within one year of purchase. Short-term gains are taxed as ordinary income.
Short-Term Sale Details
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Amount received from sale
$
Original purchase price + fees
$
Wages, salary, and other income
%
Note: Short-term gains (held <1 year) are taxed at your ordinary income tax rate, which is typically higher than long-term capital gains rates.
Short-Term Tax Owed
$2,700
27.0% effective rate on gain
📈Capital Gain
$10,000
💵Net After Tax
$7,300
📊Marginal Rate
22%
💰Total Income
$95,000
Tax Breakdown
Federal Tax (22%)$2,200
State Tax (5%)$500
Total Tax$2,700
Tax Bracket Info
Your Tax Bracket22%
Long-Term Rate Would Be0-20%
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Editorial Note
MyCalcBuddy Editorial Team
This page is maintained as an educational calculator reference.
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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References
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🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.