State Tax Guide · Vermont · 2026
Vermont Income Tax: Complete Employee Guide (2026)
Understand the modeled Vermont withholding method, source-backed rates, deductions, and take-home pay examples for employees.
Does Vermont have income tax?
Vermont levies progressive state income-tax withholding on wages.
Vermont tax rates
Sourced progressive single-filer withholding rates range from 3.35% to 8.75%.
Encoded single-filer rates: 3.35%, 6.6%, 7.6%, 8.75%
Official source: https://tax.vermont.gov/sites/tax/files/documents/GB-1210-2026.pdf
Take-home pay examples
These examples use the calculator engine for a single filer paid biweekly with a standard W-4 and no pre-tax deductions.
| Annual salary | Vermont withholding | Net annual | Net biweekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $0 | $34,320 | $1,320.00 |
| $60,000 | $0 | $50,390 | $1,938.08 |
| $80,000 | $0 | $65,110 | $2,504.23 |
| $100,000 | $0 | $79,180 | $3,045.38 |
| $150,000 | $3,442 | $110,349 | $4,244.19 |
How to reduce Vermont tax withholding
Traditional 401(k) contributions and HSA contributions are available as modeled pre-tax inputs in the calculator. State-specific HSA conformity is not encoded as a dedicated data field, so check current Vermont guidance or consult a qualified tax professional before relying on HSA treatment.
The encoded default single-filer method includes a $7,000 standard deduction or pre-bracket deduction amount.
Key differences from federal withholding
Federal income-tax withholding is calculated separately using IRS Publication 15-T. Vermont withholding follows the encoded state method described above, with its own rates, deductions, and documented limitations. Local wage taxes, where supported, are separate from the state amount.
Vermont salary after taxes
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Calculate your Vermont take-home →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Vermont have an income tax?
Vermont levies progressive state income-tax withholding on wages.
What is the Vermont income tax rate for 2026?
Vermont uses sourced progressive single-filer rates ranging from 3.35% to 8.75% for the modeled withholding path.
How much Vermont tax on $75,000?
For the modeled default single-filer path, estimated Vermont withholding on a $75,000 salary is $0 per year, or $0.00 per biweekly paycheck.
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