Take Home Pay for Virginia (2026)
Virginia (VA) Key Facts
State Income Tax
5.75%
Sales Tax Rate
5.3%
Property Tax Rate
0.82%
Overall State Tax Burden
11.9% combined rates
How This Calculator Works in Virginia
This calculator estimates your take-home pay in Virginia, factoring in federal income tax, FICA, and Virginia's state income tax.
Virginia Overview
Take-home pay in Virginia is affected by federal income tax, FICA, and state income tax at up to 5.75%. With sales tax at 5.3% and property tax at 0.82%, the overall tax environment shapes real purchasing power for Virginia workers.
How Virginia Compares
Virginia's combined rates (income: 5.75%, sales: 5.3%, property: 0.82%) compare to Maryland (5.75%, 6%, 1.07%) and North Carolina (4.5%, 4.75%, 0.84%).
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 5.75% | Maryland has an income tax rate of 5.75%. |
| North Carolina | 4.5% | North Carolina has an income tax rate of 4.5%. |
| West Virginia | 5.12% | West Virginia has an income tax rate of 5.12%. |
Virginia's income tax rate of 5.75% compares to a national average of approximately 5.04%. This is above the national average.
Tips for Virginia Residents
- 1Virginia state income tax at up to 5.75% reduces your take-home pay on every paycheck.
- 2Factor in Virginia's sales tax (5.3%) and property tax (0.82%) when calculating real purchasing power.
- 3Pre-tax 401(k), HSA, and FSA contributions reduce both federal and state taxable income, increasing your net pay.
- 4Your effective tax rate is typically lower than your marginal rate, especially in progressive tax states.
- 5After major life changes (marriage, new child, job change), review both federal W-4 and state withholding forms to optimize take-home pay.