Virginia Paycheck Calculator
Calculate your net pay after federal and Virginia state taxes, including FICA and state-specific deductions.
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How to Use the Virginia Paycheck Calculator
- Enter Gross Pay – Input your gross pay amount for one pay period (e.g., $5,000). Must be a positive number.
- Select Pay Frequency – Choose how often you get paid: Weekly, Biweekly, Semi-monthly, or Monthly.
- Choose Filing Status – Pick your tax filing status: Single, Married Filing Jointly, or Head of Household.
- Set Allowances – Enter the number of allowances (default is 2; typically 2 for single, 3 for married).
- Add Deductions – Optionally enter pre-tax deductions (e.g., 401k, HSA) and post-tax deductions (e.g., Roth IRA) per pay period.
- Calculate – Click the “Calculate Net Pay” button to see your net pay per period and a full annual breakdown.
Outputs Explained: The result shows your net pay per pay period and a detailed annual breakdown including federal tax, Virginia state tax, FICA (Social Security & Medicare), and deductions.
Note: All amounts are in US dollars. The calculator uses 2024 tax brackets and FICA limits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Virginia uses a progressive tax system with rates from 2% to 5.75% based on taxable income. The calculator applies the correct brackets.
FICA includes Social Security tax (6.2% up to the wage base limit) and Medicare tax (1.45% on all wages).
Yes, enter your pre-tax deductions per pay period. They reduce your taxable income before taxes are calculated.
