Vermont Take-Home Pay Calculator (2026)

Vermont has a graduated income tax with a top rate of 8.75%, which applies to income above $213,150 for single filers. Below that, rates are 3.35% on the first $45,400, 6.6% on income from $45,400 to $110,050, and 7.6% on income from $110,050 to $213,150. A single worker earning $75,000 faces an effective Vermont state rate of approximately 5.5% to 6.5%, depending on deductions.

Vermont's income tax rates are among the highest in New England, above neighboring New Hampshire (no income tax), Massachusetts (5% flat), and comparable to Maine (top 7.15%). The rates have not changed significantly in recent years. Vermont has not followed the trend of income tax cuts seen in many other states, and the legislature has generally prioritized maintaining public services funding.

Vermont conforms to the federal standard deduction. For single filers, the $14,600 federal deduction reduces Vermont taxable income accordingly. After the standard deduction, a worker earning $75,000 has $60,400 of Vermont taxable income. The blended rate on that amount comes to approximately $3,600 to $3,900 in Vermont income tax.

Vermont has no local income taxes in most municipalities. Burlington does not charge a city wage tax. Vermont does tax Social Security income for high earners, following federal treatment. The state has a relatively high overall tax burden when property taxes are factored in. Vermont funds public education through statewide property taxes, which are significant. Workers who own homes in Vermont face both the higher income tax rates and substantial property tax bills.