How Virginia Paychecks Are Taxed in 2026
Virginia's brackets have not changed in decades, so the 5.75% top rate starts at just $17,000 of taxable income. Nearly every full-time worker pays 5.75% on most of their pay.
For 2026, Virginia has state income tax rates from 2% to 5.75%. Before the rates apply, Virginia allows a standard deduction of $8,750 for single filers ($17,500 for married couples filing jointly), a personal exemption of $930 per filer.
As a reference point, a single filer in Virginia earning $60,000 with no pre-tax deductions keeps about $47,754 a year, or roughly $1,836.69 per bi-weekly paycheck. Enter your own pay above to see your numbers.
Virginia Paycheck Taxes at a Glance
Virginia's brackets have not changed in decades, so the 5.75% top rate starts at just $17,000 of taxable income. Nearly every full-time worker pays 5.75% on most of their pay.
Virginia Income Tax Brackets for 2026
Virginia uses 4 brackets from 2% to 5.75%. Each rate applies only to the part of your taxable income inside that bracket.
All filers (taxable income)
Before these rates apply, Virginia subtracts a $8,750 standard deduction and a $930 personal exemption. Head of household and married filing separately use the single schedule in our calculator unless the state sets its own.
Federal and Virginia Payroll Taxes
Payroll taxes are separate from income tax and work the same in every state: Social Security is 6.2% of wages up to $184,500 in 2026, and Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, with an extra 0.9% withheld on wages over $200,000.
Virginia does not withhold a statewide employee payroll tax such as disability or paid family leave insurance.
Take-Home Pay by Salary in Virginia
Yearly estimates with the standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions and no local tax. Married figures assume one earner filing jointly.
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Virginia tax | Take-home, single | Take-home, married |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $911 | $25,374 | $27,303 |
| $45,000 | $3,220 | $3,443 | $1,773 | $36,564 | $39,061 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,636 | $47,754 | $50,491 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $3,498 | $58,094 | $61,681 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $4,936 | $74,244 | $80,331 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $7,811 | $105,980 | $115,931 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $10,686 | $138,241 | $149,192 |
A $60,000 Paycheck in Virginia, Line by Line
Single filer, paid bi-weekly (26 paychecks), standard withholding, no pre-tax deductions.
Over a year that's $47,754 take-home, with a total tax rate of 20.4%. Virginia income tax is 4.39% of gross pay.
Virginia vs. Nearby States
Yearly take-home on a $60,000 salary, single filer, no pre-tax deductions or local tax.
Virginia Paycheck FAQs
What is the Virginia state income tax rate in 2026?
Virginia rates for 2026 range from 2% to 5.75%, depending on taxable income and filing status.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Virginia?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Virginia takes home about $47,754 a year, or $1,836.69 per bi-weekly paycheck, with standard withholding and no pre-tax deductions.
Do I pay local income tax in Virginia?
Virginia does not have general city or county income taxes on wages.
Does Virginia withhold any state payroll taxes?
No. Virginia has no statewide employee payroll tax for disability or paid leave, so only federal Social Security and Medicare apply.
Does filing status change my Virginia tax?
Yes. Virginia gives married couples filing jointly different brackets, deductions or exemptions than single filers, and filing status also changes your federal withholding.
Will my paycheck match this calculator exactly?
It should be close. The calculator estimates your yearly taxes and spreads them across your paychecks. Your employer uses your W-4, any state withholding form, your benefit elections and its payroll system, so your stub can differ by a few dollars.