TaxWrenPaychecks in Vermont for 2026
On a $75,000 salary, a single filer in Vermont takes home about $59,103 a year ($2,273 every two weeks) after $7,670 of federal income tax, $5,738 of Social Security and Medicare and $2,490 of Vermont income tax.
That is the 23rd highest take-home pay of 51 (50 states and DC) for this salary, right at the national median.
Of its neighbors, New Hampshire would leave you with more: up to $2,490 a year in New Hampshire.
Vermont salary after taxes
Single filer, no pre-tax deductions, 2026.
| Salary | Federal | FICA | State | Take-home | Every 2 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $906 | $33,414 | $1,285 |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $1,241 | $41,114 | $1,581 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,576 | $48,814 | $1,877 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $2,490 | $59,103 | $2,273 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $4,140 | $75,040 | $2,886 |
| $125,000 | $18,734 | $9,563 | $5,790 | $90,914 | $3,497 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $7,613 | $106,178 | $4,084 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $11,413 | $137,514 | $5,289 |
Vermont vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on a $75,000 salary, single filer.
| State | State taxes | Total tax | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont | $2,490 | $15,897 | $59,103 |
| Massachusetts | $3,530 | $16,938 | $58,063 |
| New Hampshire | $0 | $13,408 | $61,593 |
| New York | $3,453 | $16,861 | $58,140 |
How Vermont taxes changed
Vermont's rates and deductions did not change for 2026. State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit is unchanged at $2,753.
| 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 8.75% | 8.75% |
| Standard deduction (single) | $7,650 | $7,650 |
| State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit | $2,753 | $2,753 |
| Take-home on a $75,000 salary | $58,824 | $59,103 |
Each year uses that year's federal and Vermont rules, so the take-home row also reflects federal changes. Federal changes · All data updates
What this estimate simplifies
- For taxpayers with federal AGI that exceeds $150,000, the taxpayer will pay the greater of state income tax or 3 percent of federal AGI.
Sources: Vermont revenue department, Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32, SSA. See our methodology.
Vermont paycheck FAQ
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Vermont?
About $59,103 a year, or $4,925 a month, for a single filer in 2026 with no pre-tax deductions. Total tax is $15,897 (21.2% of salary).
How much is $100,000 a year after taxes in Vermont?
About $75,040 a year, or $2,886 every two weeks, for a single filer in 2026.
Does Vermont have a state income tax?
Vermont has a graduated income tax with 4 rates from 3.35% to 8.75%; the top rate starts at $249,700 of taxable income for single filers.
Do 401(k) contributions lower my taxes?
Yes. Traditional 401(k) and 403(b) contributions come out before federal income tax, which lowers your tax bill, although Social Security and Medicare still apply to them. Add your contributions under "Make it more accurate".