Virginia Tax Calculator 2026
Estimate your federal and Virginia state taxes for the 2026 tax year.
Pre-configured for Virginia residents, 2026 tax year. Filing your 2025 return? Virginia Tax Calculator 2025
Your numbers
Pre-tax contributions
$2,200 federal Child Tax Credit each, applied to your 2026 liability.
Estimate your refund (optional)
Enter what was withheld this year — W-2 box 2 (federal) and box 17 (state) — to compare against your estimated liability.
$58,094 per year, shown per month
of gross income, all taxes
federal + VA on your next dollar
Estimate only, for a single W-2 earner taking the standard deduction. Itemized deductions and most credits beyond the Child Tax Credit aren't modeled.
Only the top slice pays 22%
Federal tax is progressive: each bracket taxes only the income inside it. Here is how your $58,900 of taxable income fills the 2026 brackets.
Understanding Virginia Income Taxes
Residents of Virginia pay state income tax on top of federal taxes. Virginia’s 5.75% top rate has started at just $17,000 since 1990. The $8,750/$17,500 standard deduction holds through 2026 and rises slightly in 2027–2029. The amount you owe depends on your taxable income, filing status, and the deductions and credits Virginia allows.
Key Takeaways for 2026
- Federal tax brackets and standard deductions have been adjusted for inflation under IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32.
- Virginia's own rates, standard deduction, and enacted 2026 changes are applied to your state estimate automatically.
- Don't forget FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare) — they're withheld from your paycheck automatically and included in the take-home figure above.
Go Deeper on Your 2026 Taxes
Federal tax tools
- Federal Income Tax Calculator — brackets, deductions, and your effective rate
- Tax Bracket Calculator — see which bracket your income lands in
- Paycheck Tax Calculator — per-paycheck withholding and take-home
- Marriage Tax Calculator — filing jointly vs. separately
- W-4 Withholding Calculator — is your paycheck withholding on target?
- Estimated Tax Calculator — quarterly 1040-ES vouchers for 1099 income
- 2026 State Tax Changes — every enacted cut, verified
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Virginia state income tax brackets for 2026?
For the 2026 tax year, Virginia has a graduated income tax: rates run from 2% to 5.75% across four brackets, with the top rate applying above $17,000 for single filers. Virginia’s 5.75% top rate has started at just $17,000 since 1990. The $8,750/$17,500 standard deduction holds through 2026 and rises slightly in 2027–2029.
How is Virginia state income tax calculated?
Virginia applies its bracket rates to your income after Virginia's own standard deduction ($8,750 single / $17,500 married filing jointly) and personal exemptions. This calculator applies the latest published Virginia figures automatically.
How much tax will I pay on a $75,000 salary in Virginia?
Roughly $3,498 in Virginia state income tax for a single filer taking the standard deduction in 2026. Add about $7,670 of federal income tax and $5,738 of FICA (7.65%), for total taxes near $16,906 and take-home around $58,094. Credits and other income can change this.
What percentage of your paycheck goes to taxes in Virginia?
About 22.5% for a single filer earning $75,000 in 2026: federal income tax (~10.2%), FICA (7.65%), and Virginia state tax (~4.7%). Your exact percentage depends on income, filing status, and pre-tax contributions like a 401(k).
Does Virginia tax Social Security benefits?
No. Virginia does not tax Social Security benefits.
Does Virginia tax retirement income like 401(k) or pension withdrawals?
Social Security is fully exempt. Those 65+ may claim a $12,000 age deduction (income-limited for those born after 1939), and military retirees can subtract up to $40,000.