Virginia Paycheck Calculator

Detailed paycheck estimator for workers in **Virginia** (VA). Uses updated 2026 federal withholdings, FICA tax limits, and state-specific tax brackets.

Estimate Take-Home Income in VA

Progressive State Tax

Calculator Inputs

Annual Gross Income

USD

Pay Frequency

Filing Status

Work State

Calculation Result

Estimated Take-Home Pay

$0.00

per pay period

Net Pay70%

Take-Home

Fed Tax

State Tax

FICA Tax

Pre/Post Deductions

Gross Pay$0.00

Federal Tax-$0.00

State & Local Tax-$0.00

FICA (SS & Medicare)-$0.00

Deductions-$0.00

Net Take-Home$0.00

Effective Tax Rate0.0%

Marginal Tax Bracket0.0%

Understanding Income Taxes in Virginia

When you receive a salary paycheck in Virginia, your take-home pay is determined after subtracting federal taxes, FICA (Social Security & Medicare) withholdings, and state-level income tax.

Federal Tax

Applied progressively from 10% to 37% depending on filing status. Deducted from your taxable income base.

FICA Withholding

Includes 6.2% Social Security (capped at $168,600) and 1.45% Medicare. An additional 0.9% applies if wages exceed $200k.

State & Local Tax

Virginia uses a progressive state tax system, applying up to a maximum rate of 5.75% on higher earners.

Plan your Virginia Budget: The Paycheck Split™

The Paycheck Split™

Divide your take-home pay to plan your budget (Essentials, Lifestyle, Financial Goals).

50%

30%

20%

Essentials (Rent, Bills, Groceries)

50%|$0.00

Lifestyle (Dining, Shopping, Fun)

30%|$0.00

Financial Goals (Savings, Investments, Debt)

20%|$0.00