How to use this calculator
Enter gross capital gain, deduction amount, capital gain tax rate, and cost basis. The calculator estimates taxable gain, tax, net gain, after-tax ROI, and gain retention.
Calculate net capital gain after deduction and tax, including gain retention and after-tax ROI.
Enter gross capital gain, deduction amount, capital gain tax rate, and cost basis. The calculator estimates taxable gain, tax, net gain, after-tax ROI, and gain retention.
The main result is net gain after deduction and tax. Gain retention shows how much of the original gain remains after tax.
Capital gain tax rules can include holding periods, exemptions, loss offsets, and jurisdiction-specific rates.
With a $20,000 gain, $3,000 deduction, and 15% tax, taxable gain is $17,000 and net gain is $14,450.
After deduction means the original amount has been reduced by eligible deductions before calculating the capital gain result.
For planning, the calculator normally limits taxable or remaining amounts at zero where negative results would not be practical.
No. It is a simplified estimate for planning. Actual rules depend on your tax system, records, and filing situation.
An effective rate shows the result as a percentage of the original amount, making different scenarios easier to compare.
Use the main result for a quick estimate and review the supporting stats to understand savings, burden, or remaining exposure.
| Item | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Taxable gain | Capital gain after deduction. |
| Net gain | Taxable gain after tax. |
| Gain retention | Net gain divided by original gain. |