When RSUs vest they are taxed as ordinary income. Know exactly how much tax to expect and how many shares you keep.
RSU shares are ordinary income at the vesting-date price.
Federal, state and FICA withholding included.
See how many shares are withheld to cover taxes.
Run through a typical scenario with the sample values below — hit See an example to load them instantly.
| Input | Sample value |
|---|---|
| Shares Vesting | 100 |
| Vesting Date Price ($) | 200 |
| Federal Tax Rate (%) | 24 |
| State Tax Rate (%) | 6 |
| FICA (SS + Medicare, %) | 7.65 |
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Shares Vesting · e.g. 100Vesting Date Price ($) · e.g. 200Federal Tax Rate (%) · e.g. 24State Tax Rate (%) · e.g. 6FICA (SS + Medicare, %) · e.g. 7.65When RSUs vest they are taxed as ordinary income. Know exactly how much tax to expect and how many shares you keep.
RSU Tax Calculator is an interactive estimate built for quick planning. Always double-check the numbers that matter before acting on them, and reach out to a professional for personalized advice.
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Simply fill in the fields and press Calculate. When RSUs vest they are taxed as ordinary income. Know exactly how much tax to expect and how many shares you keep.
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