Vermont paycheck taxes at a glance
Vermont has income tax from 3.35% to 8.75%. Every paycheck also has federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) withheld. This calculator uses 2026 Vermont rules and 2026 federal brackets.
| Income tax | Progressive, 4 brackets (3.35%–8.75%) |
| Standard deduction | $7,850 single · $15,700 married |
| Personal exemption | $5,400 single · $10,800 married |
| 401(k) contributions | Excluded from state taxable wages |
| Local income taxes | None — No local income taxes. |
| State payroll deductions | None |
The calculator applies the main Vermont rates, deductions, exemptions and credits above. Dependent credits, itemized deductions and special rules for very high incomes are not included.
Vermont income tax brackets (2026)
Rates apply to Vermont taxable income, after deductions and exemptions.
| Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|
| $0 – $50,749: 3.35% | $0 – $84,699: 3.35% |
| $50,750 – $122,849: 6.6% | $84,700 – $204,749: 6.6% |
| $122,850 – $256,299: 7.6% | $204,750 – $312,049: 7.6% |
| $256,300+: 8.75% | $312,050+: 8.75% |
Take-home pay examples in Vermont
Single filer, standard deduction, no 401(k), paid bi-weekly.
| Salary | Take-home / year | / month | / paycheck | State & local tax | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,424 | $2,785 | $1,286 | $896 | 16.4% |
| $60,000 | $48,824 | $4,069 | $1,878 | $1,566 | 18.6% |
| $80,000 | $62,354 | $5,196 | $2,398 | $2,756 | 22.1% |
| $100,000 | $75,104 | $6,259 | $2,889 | $4,076 | 24.9% |
| $150,000 | $106,276 | $8,856 | $4,088 | $7,515 | 29.1% |
Full breakdown by salary: $30,000 · $40,000 · $50,000 · $60,000 · $70,000 · $80,000 · $90,000 · $100,000 · $120,000 · $150,000
Good to know
- Vermont taxes income in four brackets ranging from 3.35% to 8.75%, with thresholds indexed for inflation.
- Vermont filers with federal AGI above $150,000 pay the greater of their regular state tax or 3% of federal AGI.
- Since July 1, 2024, Vermont employers pay a 0.44% Child Care Contribution on wages and may withhold up to 0.11% from employees.
Also see the Vermont sales tax calculator.
Sources
Paycheck calculators for other states
Frequently asked questions
What is the Vermont income tax rate for 2026?
Vermont has a progressive income tax with 4 brackets for single filers, from 3.35% to 8.75% for 2026.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Vermont?
A single filer earning $60,000 takes home about $48,824 a year ($4,069 a month) in Vermont, after federal income tax ($5,020), Social Security and Medicare ($4,590) and Vermont income tax ($1,566), using 2026 rules and the standard deduction.
Are 401(k) contributions taxed in Vermont?
No. Traditional 401(k) contributions lower both your federal and Vermont taxable income. They are still subject to Social Security and Medicare.