Virginia Income Tax
Virginia uses progressive income tax brackets. Each rate applies only to income within that range, similar to the federal system.
Why It Matters
Understanding Virginia's income tax structure helps you accurately estimate take-home pay, compare compensation across states, and plan for your total tax burden.
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The calculator computes both your federal and Virginia state income tax to show your combined tax burden. Enter your taxable income to see the breakdown.
Example
A single filer with $75,000 in taxable income in Virginia pays approximately $4,055 in state income tax (5.41% effective rate across progressive brackets), plus $11,414 in federal tax. Total combined: $15,469 — a combined effective rate of 20.6%.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do Virginia's tax brackets work?
Virginia uses 4 progressive brackets similar to the federal system. Each rate applies only to income within that bracket range, so your effective rate is always lower than your top marginal rate of 5.75%.
Is Virginia's income tax in addition to federal tax?
Yes. You pay both federal income tax and Virginia state income tax. This calculator shows your combined total tax burden from both.
What is Virginia's top income tax rate?
Virginia's top marginal income tax rate is 5.75%, which applies only to income in the highest bracket. Most earners pay a lower effective rate because earlier income is taxed at lower rates.
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Next review: 2027-01-15 • Applies to tax year: 2025