Virginia paycheck taxes at a glance
Virginia has income tax from 2% to 5.75%. Every paycheck also has federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) withheld. This calculator uses 2026 Virginia rules and 2026 federal brackets.
| Income tax | Progressive, 4 brackets (2%–5.75%) |
| Standard deduction | $8,750 single · $17,500 married |
| Personal exemption | $930 single · $1,860 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 Virginia rates, deductions, exemptions and credits above. Dependent credits, itemized deductions and special rules for very high incomes are not included.
Virginia income tax brackets (2026)
Rates apply to Virginia taxable income, after deductions and exemptions.
| Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|
| $0 – $2,999: 2% | $0 – $2,999: 2% |
| $3,000 – $4,999: 3% | $3,000 – $4,999: 3% |
| $5,000 – $16,999: 5% | $5,000 – $16,999: 5% |
| $17,000+: 5.75% | $17,000+: 5.75% |
Take-home pay examples in Virginia
Single filer, standard deduction, no 401(k), paid bi-weekly.
| Salary | Take-home / year | / month | / paycheck | State & local tax | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $32,834 | $2,736 | $1,263 | $1,486 | 17.9% |
| $60,000 | $47,754 | $3,980 | $1,837 | $2,636 | 20.4% |
| $80,000 | $61,324 | $5,110 | $2,359 | $3,786 | 23.3% |
| $100,000 | $74,244 | $6,187 | $2,856 | $4,936 | 25.8% |
| $150,000 | $105,980 | $8,832 | $4,076 | $7,811 | 29.3% |
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
- Virginia's standard deduction remains $8,750 (single) and $17,500 (joint) for 2026 and rises to $9,200 and $18,400 in 2027.
- Virginia's top 5.75% income tax rate applies to taxable income above $17,000 for all filing statuses.
- Groceries and essential personal hygiene items are taxed at a reduced 1% rate statewide.
Also see the Virginia sales tax calculator.
Sources
Paycheck calculators for other states
Frequently asked questions
What is the Virginia income tax rate for 2026?
Virginia has a progressive income tax with 4 brackets for single filers, from 2% to 5.75% for 2026.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Virginia?
A single filer earning $60,000 takes home about $47,754 a year ($3,980 a month) in Virginia, after federal income tax ($5,020), Social Security and Medicare ($4,590) and Virginia income tax ($2,636), using 2026 rules and the standard deduction.
Are 401(k) contributions taxed in Virginia?
No. Traditional 401(k) contributions lower both your federal and Virginia taxable income. They are still subject to Social Security and Medicare.