Calculate your estimated Virginia income tax liability.
Single
Married Filing Jointly
Married Filing Separately
Head of Household
Estimated Virginia Income Tax:
$0.00
Understanding Virginia Income Tax
Virginia has a progressive income tax system, meaning that higher income levels are taxed at higher rates. The tax rates are applied to your taxable income after deductions and exemptions. The filing status you select (Single, Married Filing Jointly, Married Filing Separately, or Head of Household) can significantly affect your tax liability due to different standard deductions and tax bracket structures.
Virginia Tax Brackets and Rates (as of recent tax years – consult official sources for current year)
Virginia's tax rates are applied progressively. The income is divided into brackets, and each portion of your income falling into a bracket is taxed at that bracket's specific rate.
Standard Deductions:
Single: $8,000
Married Filing Jointly: $16,000
Married Filing Separately: $8,000
Head of Household: $11,000
(Note: These are common standard deduction amounts and may be subject to change. Always verify with the official Virginia Department of Taxation.)
Virginia Tax Rates (Example – Current year rates should be confirmed):
The following rates apply to Virginia taxable income:
1.0% on income up to $3,000
2.0% on income between $3,001 and $5,000
3.0% on income between $5,001 and $12,000
4.0% on income between $12,001 and $17,000
5.0% on income between $17,001 and $23,000
5.75% on income over $23,000
How the Calculator Works:
This calculator simplifies the process. It takes your reported Taxable Income and your selected Filing Status. It first applies the appropriate standard deduction based on your filing status to determine the net taxable amount. Then, it calculates the tax liability by applying the progressive tax rates to different portions of your net taxable income.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate for informational purposes only. It does not account for all possible deductions, credits, or specific tax situations. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Always consult with a qualified tax professional or refer to the official Virginia Department of Taxation website for accurate and up-to-date information.
function calculateVirginiaTax() {
var taxableIncomeInput = document.getElementById("taxableIncome");
var filingStatusSelect = document.getElementById("filingStatus");
var taxResultDisplay = document.getElementById("taxResult");
var taxableIncome = parseFloat(taxableIncomeInput.value);
var filingStatus = filingStatusSelect.value;
var calculatedTax = 0;
var netTaxableIncome = 0;
// Validate input
if (isNaN(taxableIncome) || taxableIncome < 0) {
taxResultDisplay.textContent = "Invalid Income";
return;
}
// Define standard deductions
var standardDeductions = {
"single": 8000,
"married_jointly": 16000,
"married_separately": 8000,
"head_of_household": 11000
};
// Apply standard deduction
var deduction = standardDeductions[filingStatus] || 8000; // Default to single if status is unknown
netTaxableIncome = taxableIncome – deduction;
// Ensure net taxable income is not negative
if (netTaxableIncome < 0) {
netTaxableIncome = 0;
}
// Virginia progressive tax rates (example, verify current year rates)
// Rates are applied to the net taxable income.
if (netTaxableIncome <= 3000) {
calculatedTax = netTaxableIncome * 0.01;
} else if (netTaxableIncome <= 5000) {
calculatedTax = (3000 * 0.01) + ((netTaxableIncome – 3000) * 0.02);
} else if (netTaxableIncome <= 12000) {
calculatedTax = (3000 * 0.01) + (2000 * 0.02) + ((netTaxableIncome – 5000) * 0.03);
} else if (netTaxableIncome <= 17000) {
calculatedTax = (3000 * 0.01) + (2000 * 0.02) + (7000 * 0.03) + ((netTaxableIncome – 12000) * 0.04);
} else if (netTaxableIncome 23000
calculatedTax = (3000 * 0.01) + (2000 * 0.02) + (7000 * 0.03) + (5000 * 0.04) + (6000 * 0.05) + ((netTaxableIncome – 23000) * 0.0575);
}
// Format the result
taxResultDisplay.textContent = "$" + calculatedTax.toFixed(2);
}