Virginia Bonus Tax Calculator (2026)
Virginia withholds 5.75% state income tax on bonuses, on top of the federal 22% and 7.65% FICA.
Virginia rules for bonuses
Optional flat supplemental rate. Published rates: 5.75% for supplemental wage payments.
- Only if VA tax has been withheld from regular wages
- No exemption allowance; alternative: aggregate
if supplemental wage payments are paid and tax has been withheld from the employee's regular wages, the employer may determine the tax to be withheld by using a flat percentage rate of 5.75%, without allowance for exemption and without reference to any regular payment of wages. (also 23VAC10-140-60)
Local taxes: None
Take-home bonus by amount
| Bonus | Federal (22%) | FICA | State | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $220 | $77 | $58 | $646 |
| $2,500 | $550 | $191 | $144 | $1,615 |
| $5,000 | $1,100 | $383 | $288 | $3,230 |
| $10,000 | $2,200 | $765 | $575 | $6,460 |
| $20,000 | $4,400 | $1,530 | $1,150 | $12,920 |
| $50,000 | $11,000 | $3,825 | $2,875 | $32,300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the bonus tax rate in Virginia?
Virginia withholds 5.75% on bonuses when the employer chooses the flat supplemental rate, on top of the federal 22% and 7.65% FICA.
How much of a $10,000 bonus do I keep in Virginia?
About $6,460 for a single filer earning $85,000: $2,200 federal, $765 Social Security and Medicare and $575 state.
Will I get some of the bonus tax back?
Possibly. The 22% federal rate is only withholding. At tax time your bonus is taxed at your bracket (22% at this salary), and Virginia's flat supplemental rate can also differ from your actual state rate.