How Vermont taxes your paycheck in 2026
Vermont taxes income from 3.35% to 8.75%, with the 6.6% rate starting at $49,400 of taxable income for single filers.
- Vermont's brackets are indexed to inflation; the top 8.75% rate applies above $249,700 for single filers.
- The standard deduction is $7,650 ($15,300 for couples), plus a $5,300 exemption per person.
- Taxpayers with income over $150,000 pay the greater of regular tax or 3% of federal adjusted gross income, which this estimate doesn't model.
Vermont 2026 income tax brackets
| Rate | Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 3.35% | $0 – $49,400 | $0 – $82,500 |
| 6.6% | $49,400 – $119,700 | $82,500 – $199,450 |
| 7.6% | $119,700 – $249,700 | $199,450 – $304,000 |
| 8.75% | Over $249,700 | Over $304,000 |
Brackets apply to taxable income, after the state standard deduction.
Take-home pay in Vermont at common salaries
| Salary | Take-home per year | Every 2 weeks | Vermont taxes | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,414 | $1,285 | $906 | 16.5% |
| $60,000 | $48,814 | $1,877 | $1,576 | 18.6% |
| $75,000 | $59,103 | $2,273 | $2,490 | 21.2% |
| $100,000 | $75,040 | $2,886 | $4,140 | 25.0% |
| $150,000 | $106,178 | $4,084 | $7,613 | 29.2% |
Single filer, paid every two weeks, no 401(k) or pre-tax benefits, excluding local taxes.
Example
A single filer in Vermont earning $75,000 a year, paid every two weeks with no 401(k), takes home about $2,273 per paycheck, or $59,103 a year. Federal income tax is about $7,670, Social Security and Medicare $5,738, and Vermont taxes $2,490.
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This calculator estimates your yearly tax and spreads it evenly across paychecks. Your employer's withholding depends on your W-4 and state forms, so individual paychecks can differ slightly. It doesn't include tax credits such as the Child Tax Credit.
Common questions
What are Vermont's income tax rates?
3.35%, 6.6%, 7.6% and 8.75%.
What is Vermont's standard deduction?
$7,650 for single filers and $15,300 for married couples, plus a $5,300 personal exemption each.
Do Vermont towns have income tax?
No. Only the state income tax applies to wages.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Vermont?
About $59,103 a year, or $2,273 every two weeks, for a single filer with no 401(k) contributions.
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