Vermont Paycheck Calculator 2026
Vermont uses four graduated rates from 3.35% to 8.75%, which makes it one of the higher-tax states in New England for middle incomes.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,259.73
$58,753 per year · 78.3% of gross
Deduction breakdown (per paycheck)
- Gross pay
- $2,884.62
- − Federal income tax
- $295.00
- − Social Security (FICA)
- $178.85
- − Medicare (FICA)
- $41.83
- − Vermont state income tax
- $109.22
- Take-home pay
- $2,259.73
Estimate for 2026 using the rules on our methodology page. It is not tax advice; your employer's withholding and your return can differ.
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Create a pay stub from these numbersHow taxes work in Vermont
Vermont uses a progressive state income tax with marginal rates ranging from 3.4% to 8.8%. As with the federal system, only the portion of your income that falls inside each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
Before the brackets apply, Vermont subtracts a standard deduction of about $7,650 for single filers.
These state brackets are applied in addition to federal income tax and FICA, all of which are withheld from each Vermont paycheck.
What changes a Vermont paycheck?
Vermont taxes income at 3.35%, 6.6%, 7.6% and 8.75%, with separate bracket widths for single and joint filers. This estimate applies a $7,650 standard deduction for single filers, $15,300 for joint filers and $11,475 for heads of household, but not the personal exemption, so it can run a little high.
The bracket and deduction figures come from the Tax Foundation table, which matches the 2025 official Vermont schedule rather than a published 2026 schedule. The Department of Taxes 2026 withholding guide (GB-1210) uses a $5,400 exemption per allowance, so the 2026 figures have moved, and the state line here is an approximation.
Since July 2024 Vermont employers pay a 0.44% Child Care Contribution on wages, which is an employer cost and does not reduce your take-home pay. Vermont has no local income tax and no employee-paid disability or paid-leave deduction.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in Vermont
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in Vermont. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $48,540 per year — 80.9% of gross. Adjust the calculator above for your own numbers.
| Line item | Per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $60,000 | $2,308 |
| − Federal income tax | $5,020 | $193 |
| − Social Security (FICA) | $3,720 | $143 |
| − Medicare (FICA) | $870 | $33 |
| − Vermont state income tax | $1,850 | $71 |
| Take-home pay | $48,540 | $1,867 |
Estimate for a single filer, 2026 tax year, no pre-tax deductions. Figures are rounded. See our methodology for assumptions.
Take-home pay at other salaries in Vermont
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | VT tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,084 | $33,236 | $1,278 |
| $60,000 | $1,850 | $48,540 | $1,867 |
| $85,000 | $3,500 | $65,128 | $2,505 |
| $120,000 | $5,810 | $87,440 | $3,363 |
Vermont income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $49,400 | 3.35% |
| $49,400 – $119,700 | 6.6% |
| $119,700 – $249,700 | 7.6% |
| Over $249,700 | 8.75% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $82,500 | 3.35% |
| $82,500 – $199,450 | 6.6% |
| $199,450 – $304,000 | 7.6% |
| Over $304,000 | 8.75% |
- Standard deduction: $7,650 single, $15,300 married filing jointly.
Sources and limitations
The 2026 Vermont tax inputs on this page are based on Tax Foundation's 2026 state income tax survey. The estimate covers federal income tax, state income tax, Social Security, and Medicare. It does not include local taxes, state disability or unemployment withholding, tax credits, pre-tax benefits, or employer-specific deductions.
Review the full calculation methodology and tax sources.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Vermont have a state income tax?
Vermont has a progressive state income tax (3.4%–8.8%), withheld in addition to federal income tax and FICA.
What are the Vermont income tax rates?
Vermont has progressive brackets with marginal rates from 3.4% to 8.8%. Only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Vermont?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, Vermont withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.