How Is Virginia State Income Tax Calculated?

Virginia Taxes Overview

  • Virginia has four income tax brackets ranging from 2% to 5.75%.
  • Self-employment income is taxed at the same rates.
  • Sales tax is 5.3%, with regions assessing additional sales taxes.
  • Tax deductions and credits can reduce liabilities.

Virginia Tax Calculation

How is Virginia state tax calculated? If you make $146,500 a year living in Virginia, you will be taxed $33,741. Your average tax rate is 17.67%, and your marginal tax rate is 24%.

Additional Tax Information

  • Sales Taxes: Virginia has a 0% general sales tax rate.
  • State Revenue Collection: The state collects revenue through income, sales, and other taxes.

Tax Deductions and Credits

  • Other retirement income like pensions and withdrawals are deductible, with up to $12,000 for seniors.
  • Property and sales taxes are relatively low compared to national averages.

Business Taxes and Paycheck Deductions

  • Business Taxes: Make sure to write off business losses for tax purposes.
  • Paycheck Tax Deductions: Employers typically take out taxes from paychecks; plan accordingly.

For more information or assistance, you can contact the Stephenson County Tax Assessor’s Office at (815) 235 8260.

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