Each year IRS updates the tax brackets depending on the inflation rate and the changes to the costs of living.Tax brackets represent the taxable amount of your income. The United States uses a progressive tax system which means taxpayers will pay the lowest tax rate if their taxable income falls in the lowest tax bracket. Although the tax rates generally won’t change like the amount of money Sources: IRS and Social Security Administration updates 2020. 2020 tax rates, schedules, and contribution limits Tax on capital gains and qualified dividends Income Single Married/Filing jointly/Qualifying Widow(er) Tax rate $0-$40,000 $0-$80,000 0% Over $40,000 but not over $441,450 Over $80,000 but not over $496,600 15% Over $441,450 Over