Virginia Paycheck Calculator
Estimate Virginia take-home pay using progressive VA state tax brackets and federal withholding on annualized wages. For salary planning—not payroll compliance.
State paycheck comparison (planning scenario)
Same inputs everywhere: $75,000.00 annual gross, biweekly pay, single filing, no pre-tax deductions, no local add-ons. Tax year 2025 rules from each calculator.
| State | State tax model | Est. annual state tax | Est. annual net pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio | Graduated OH brackets + personal exemption | $1,280.24 | $59,868.38 |
| Indiana | Flat 3.05% (county tax excluded here) | $1,829.88 | $59,318.50 |
| North Carolina | Flat 4.75% after NC standard deduction | $2,850.12 | $58,298.50 |
| Missouri | Flat 4.8% after MO standard deduction | $2,880.02 | $58,268.50 |
| South Carolina | Graduated (0% / 3% / 6.2%) + SC standard deduction | $3,042.52 | $58,105.86 |
| Maryland | Graduated up to 5.75% | $3,388.84 | $57,759.63 |
| VirginiaThis page | Graduated up to 5.75% | $3,595.02 | $57,553.50 |
Illustrative only—not payroll advice. Local/county taxes, credits, and employer withholding methods vary. Confirm with your state's DOR and payroll department.
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FAQ for this calculator
- Does Virginia have local wage tax?
- This tool models state income tax only—some cities have separate local taxes not included.
- Flat or progressive VA tax?
- Virginia uses progressive brackets up to 5.75% on taxable income.
- Bonus paychecks?
- Supplemental withholding may differ—use regular pay for planning.
- Is this official withholding?
- No—planning estimate only; your employer's payroll system is authoritative.
How to use the Virginia paycheck calculator
Annualize gross minus pre-tax, apply federal and VA brackets, then FICA per check.
- Enter gross per paycheck and frequency.
- Set filing status and 401(k)/health pre-tax.
- Review net pay and tax breakdown.
When to use this calculator
- Comparing job offers in Northern Virginia.
- Budgeting after increasing 401(k) deferrals.
- Rough check before updating W-4.
Examples & walkthrough
- $3,000 bi-weekly, single, $200 pre-tax → see net after VA brackets.
- Married filing jointly lowers effective rate on joint income.