Virginia Tax Tables for 2026
The 2026 Virginia Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Virginia State Tax Calculator 2026.
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Virginia Tax Tables for 2026
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Virginia in 2026. Virginia 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 (2026)
Marginal income tax brackets for Single filers in Virginia for 2026. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 17,000.00 | 5% |
| 4 | $ 17,000.00 and over | 5.75% |
Married filing jointly – Progressive Tax Brackets (2026)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing jointly filers in Virginia for 2026. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 17,000.00 | 5% |
| 4 | $ 17,000.00 and over | 5.75% |
Married filing separately – Progressive Tax Brackets (2026)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing separately filers in Virginia for 2026. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 17,000.00 | 5% |
| 4 | $ 17,000.00 and over | 5.75% |
Head of household – Progressive Tax Brackets (2026)
Marginal income tax brackets for Head of household filers in Virginia for 2026. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 17,000.00 | 5% |
| 4 | $ 17,000.00 and over | 5.75% |
Widowed – Progressive Tax Brackets (2026)
Marginal income tax brackets for Widowed filers in Virginia for 2026. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 3,000.00 | 2% |
| 2 | $ 3,000.00 to $ 5,000.00 | 3% |
| 3 | $ 5,000.00 to $ 17,000.00 | 5% |
| 4 | $ 17,000.00 and over | 5.75% |
Virginia Standard Deduction(2026)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $8,750 |
| Married filing jointly | $17,500 |
| Married filing separately | $8,750 |
| Head of household | $8,750 |
| Widowed | $17,500 |
Virginia Payroll Taxes(2026)
Payroll taxes set at the state level, separate from federal FICA.
| Tax | Rate | Wage Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployment Insurance Tax | 0% | No cap |
Virginia Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Virginia updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Pre-tax commuter/parking—does it help here?
Qualified transit/parking lower federal wages and typically reduce Virginia taxable income as configured for 2026.
Does Virginia tax retirement distributions?
Distributions included in federal AGI are generally taxable by the state, subject to any subtractions/age rules in the 2026 config.
Where do I report local/city wage taxes?
None apply for Virginia personal income tax. If your employer withholds locality-specific items, they’re likely non-income levies (e.g., local services).
Can I switch to bi-weekly or semi-monthly?
Yes—change pay frequency in the calculator, then review the monthly and per-period views for 2026.
Are Social Security benefits taxed by Virginia?
The treatment is handled per 2026 rules. Federal AGI and state subtractions determine if any amount is included; the calculator applies them.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.