Virginia Tax Calculator
The Virginia (VA) Tax Calculator is updated for the 2026/27 tax year and estimates your Virginia state income tax, federal income tax, FICA, and Medicare. Virginia applies a progressive income tax system with brackets that remain consistent across most income levels, combined with uniform local tax rules. This calculator helps you estimate your overall tax burden and take-home pay.
Virginia offers several deductions and credits, including the Virginia Earned Income Credit, Credit for Taxes Paid to Another State, and Education Expense Deductions. Use the advanced options to include these in your personalized results.
Quick Access Tools
Quick Virginia Tax Calculator
Enter your income, select filing status, and click Calculate to see estimated state and federal taxes. For deductions, dependents, and credits, expand the advanced tabs for more detailed customization.
Input key: F Used in Federal tax calculations S Used in State tax calculations
How to Calculate Income Tax in Virginia for 2026/27
- Enter your annual gross income and optional deductions.
- Select your filing status (Single, Married, or Head of Household).
- Click Calculate to view Virginia and federal tax estimates, credits, and refund results.
Advanced Options
- Compare itemized vs. standard deductions based on your income.
- Model IRA or 401(k) contributions for pre-tax adjustments.
- Apply credits such as earned income or taxes paid to another state.
- Add federal and state withholdings to preview refunds or payments due.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common Virginia tax questions include differences between resident and nonresident filing, standard deduction rules, and eligibility for state credits.
Plan for inflation-adjusted targets
Use the Future Value (inflation) tool with 2026 net pay.
Project compound growth from your take-home
Run the Compound Interest Calculator with a monthly savings plan.
How do I avoid a big refund/balance due?
Use the Withholding/Balance section, then add a small extra state withholding each check until your projected balance is near zero.
Can retirees reduce state taxable income?
Depending on age/income, subtractions for retirement income may apply. Enter details and the 2026 config computes eligible reductions.
Do education credits or EV credits change Virginia tax?
These generally reduce federal tax/AGI first; your Virginia taxable income then reflects that flow-through per the 2026 settings. Re-run with the credits included to see the net effect on your state result.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.