Vermont Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in Vermont, take-home pay is about $48,626 a year, or $1,870.25 every two weeks, after federal and state taxes.
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Take-home pay: $1,870.25 every two weeks
| Per paycheck | Per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Vermont income tax | −$65.29 | −$1,697.61 |
| Child Care Contribution | −$2.54 | −$66.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,870.25 | $48,626.39 |
How Vermont taxes your paycheck
Vermont withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 3.35% to 8.75%.
Employees also pay:
- Child Care Contribution: 0.11% of wages
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: Vermont's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in Vermont by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $767.13 | $26,482.07 | $1,018.54 |
| $20 an hour | $1,126.97 | $34,478.63 | $1,326.10 |
| $25 an hour | $1,486.81 | $42,475.19 | $1,633.66 |
| $30 an hour | $1,922.22 | $50,396.19 | $1,938.31 |
| $40 an hour | $3,317.90 | $64,043.31 | $2,463.20 |
| $50,000 a year | $1,417.61 | $40,937.39 | $1,574.51 |
| $60,000 a year | $1,763.61 | $48,626.39 | $1,870.25 |
| $75,000 a year | $2,767.68 | $58,824.83 | $2,262.49 |
| $100,000 a year | $4,445.18 | $74,734.83 | $2,874.42 |
| $125,000 a year | $6,122.68 | $90,580.83 | $3,483.88 |
| $150,000 a year | $7,978.43 | $105,812.58 | $4,069.71 |
Single filer, standard Form W-4, paid every two weeks; hourly wages assume 40 hours a week. State taxes are income tax plus payroll deductions.
Vermont vs. neighboring states
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $0 | $50,390 |
| Vermont | $1,764 | $48,626 |
| Massachusetts | $2,956 | $47,434 |
| New York | $2,966 | $47,424 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Vermont's income tax on wages?
Vermont withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 3.35% to 8.75%. The exact amount depends on your pay, filing status and the withholding certificate you give your employer.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Vermont?
About $48,626 a year, or $1,870.25 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do Vermont employees pay?
Besides income tax, Vermont employees pay Child Care Contribution (0.11% of wages). Everyone also pays Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%).
What does this estimate leave out?
It leaves out tax credits, itemized deductions and extra withholding you ask for on your W-4. Your actual tax for the year is settled when you file your return.