income tax brackets

Progressive rate divisions

Income tax brackets are the ranges of income taxed at different rates in a progressive tax system.

Each bracket applies its rate only to income within that range, not to total income—a common misconception.

She moved into a higher tax bracket after her promotion.

The structure means earning more never results in less take-home pay overall.

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