Georgia Side Hustle Tax Calculator
Calculate your Georgia state tax (5.39%), federal tax, and self-employment tax on 1099 income.
Last updated: January 2026 · Data from IRS Rev Proc 2024-40
Georgia recently simplified its tax code, moving to a flat 5.39% income tax rate in 2025. This makes the Peach State more straightforward for side hustlers to calculate their tax obligations. With Atlanta as a major hub for tech, entertainment, and gig economy workers, over 1 million Georgians earn freelance or self-employment income.
How Side Hustle Taxes Work in Georgia
Georgia transitioned to a flat tax system:
**Georgia state tax (2025):** - Flat rate: 5.39% - Applies to all taxable income including self-employment - Replaces the previous six-bracket progressive system
**No local income taxes:** - Atlanta and other Georgia cities don't levy income taxes - Only pay the 5.39% state rate plus federal taxes
Georgia's flat rate is higher than Texas (0%) or Florida (0%), but simpler than neighboring North Carolina's progressive system was before they also went flat.
What Georgia Side Hustlers Owe
Let's say you're a single filer in Atlanta with a $52,000 W-2 job and $11,000 in side hustle income from rideshare driving, with $3,000 in vehicle expenses.
**Your estimated taxes on the side hustle:** - Net self-employment income: $8,000 - Federal SE tax (15.3% of 92.35%): ~$1,131 - Federal income tax on side income: ~$1,760 (22% bracket) - Georgia state tax (5.39%): ~$431 - **Total additional tax: ~$3,322**
Your effective rate on the side hustle is about 42%. Georgia's flat rate means the calculation is predictable regardless of income level.
Georgia Tax Deadlines 2025
Georgia estimated tax deadlines: - **Q1**: April 15, 2025 - **Q2**: June 15, 2025 - **Q3**: September 15, 2025 - **Q4**: January 15, 2026
Use Form GA-500-ES for Georgia estimated tax payments. No local tax payments needed since Georgia has no municipal income taxes.
Common Deductions for Georgia Freelancers
Georgia deductions for freelancers: - Georgia follows federal deduction rules closely - All Schedule C expenses apply - Home office deduction - Mileage (important for rideshare/delivery drivers) - Phone and internet (business portion) - Georgia also has some state-specific adjustments—check GA DOR guidelines
Georgia Side Hustle Tax FAQ
What is Georgia's tax rate on side hustle income?
Georgia has a flat 5.39% income tax rate in 2025, applying to all taxable income including self-employment earnings. This replaced the previous progressive bracket system.
Does Atlanta have a city income tax?
No, Atlanta and all other Georgia cities do not have local income taxes. You only pay the state 5.39% flat rate plus federal taxes on your side hustle.
Did Georgia's tax rate change in 2025?
Yes, Georgia moved from a six-bracket progressive system (1-5.75%) to a flat 5.39% rate in 2025. The rate is scheduled to continue decreasing in future years.
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