Vermont Tax Tables for 2017
The 2017 Vermont Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Vermont State Tax Calculator 2017.
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Vermont Tax Tables for 2017
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Vermont in 2017. Vermont uses filing-status–specific progressive income tax tables. Income is divided into brackets and each portion is taxed at its marginal rate. The table below shows the full structure for this filing status. For a full explanation of marginal brackets, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Single filers in Vermont for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 37,900.00 | 3.35% |
| 2 | $ 37,900.00 to $ 91,850.00 | 6.8% |
| 3 | $ 91,850.00 to $ 191,650.00 | 7.8% |
| 4 | $ 191,650.00 to $ 416,650.00 | 8.8% |
| 5 | $ 416,650.00 and over | 8.95% |
Married filing jointly – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing jointly filers in Vermont for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 63,300.00 | 3.35% |
| 2 | $ 63,300.00 to $ 153,100.00 | 6.8% |
| 3 | $ 153,100.00 to $ 233,300.00 | 7.8% |
| 4 | $ 233,300.00 to $ 416,650.00 | 8.8% |
| 5 | $ 416,650.00 and over | 8.95% |
Married filing separately – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing separately filers in Vermont for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 31,650.00 | 3.35% |
| 2 | $ 31,650.00 to $ 76,550.00 | 6.8% |
| 3 | $ 76,550.00 to $ 116,650.00 | 7.8% |
| 4 | $ 116,650.00 to $ 208,325.00 | 8.8% |
| 5 | $ 208,325.00 and over | 8.95% |
Head of household – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Head of household filers in Vermont for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 50,800.00 | 3.35% |
| 2 | $ 50,800.00 to $ 131,200.00 | 6.8% |
| 3 | $ 131,200.00 to $ 212,450.00 | 7.8% |
| 4 | $ 212,450.00 to $ 416,650.00 | 8.8% |
| 5 | $ 416,650.00 and over | 8.95% |
Widowed – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Widowed filers in Vermont for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 63,300.00 | 3.35% |
| 2 | $ 63,300.00 to $ 153,100.00 | 6.8% |
| 3 | $ 153,100.00 to $ 233,300.00 | 7.8% |
| 4 | $ 233,300.00 to $ 416,650.00 | 8.8% |
| 5 | $ 416,650.00 and over | 8.95% |
Vermont Standard Deduction(2017)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $6,350 |
| Married filing jointly | $12,700 |
| Married filing separately | $6,350 |
| Head of household | $9,500 |
| Widowed | $12,700 |
Vermont Payroll Taxes(2017)
Payroll taxes set at the state level, separate from federal FICA.
| Tax | Rate | Wage Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployment Insurance Tax | 0% | No cap |
Vermont Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Vermont updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Commuter/transit benefits pre-tax?
Transit/parking benefits are pre-tax up to federal limits; they reduce federal wages and generally lower Vermont taxable income.
Do employer 401(k) matches reduce my current taxes?
Matches don’t lower your current taxable wages; they grow tax-deferred. Your own pre-tax 401(k) contributions do reduce current taxes.
Any Vermont-specific credits worth checking?
Use the state credits section in the full calculator to test renter/property or income-based relief programs where available.
How does a mid-year raise change Vermont tax?
Withholding and brackets adjust with your annualized income. Update the inputs to see your new effective state rate.
Can I add extra state withholding to hit a refund goal?
Yes—enter an “extra withholding” amount to shift refund vs paycheck and preview outcomes for 2017.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.