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Virginia Paystub Generator

Generate professional Virginia paystubs with progressive tax brackets (2–5.75%) calculated automatically. Built for the nation's largest government and contractor workforce.

Starting at $8.99 • VA progressive tax calculated automatically

Virginia Progressive Tax Brackets

Virginia uses a four-tier progressive income tax system with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%.

2026 Virginia Income Tax Rates
$0 – $3,0002%
$3,001 – $5,0003%
$5,001 – $17,0005%
$17,001+5.75%

Most Virginia workers fall in the 5.75% bracket — the top rate kicks in at just $17,001

Virginia Paystub Requirements

Under Va. Code §40.1-29, employers must furnish each employee a written statement of gross wages, deductions, and net pay every pay period.

Gross wages earned during the pay period
Itemized list of all deductions
Net pay after deductions
Pay period start and end dates
Employer name and address
Employee name or identifier

Employers must maintain payroll records for at least 3 years under Virginia law.

Virginia's Workforce: Government & Contractors

Virginia's unique economy drives specialized paystub needs across government, defense, and tech sectors.

Federal Contractor Capital

Northern Virginia is America's largest hub for federal contracting — paystubs here often reflect security clearance premiums and contractor allowances.

Government Employee Hub

Virginia's proximity to DC means thousands of federal workers who need paystub documentation for security clearances and housing.

Military Personnel

With bases like Norfolk Naval Station, Fort Liberty, and Quantico, VA has a large military-adjacent workforce needing income verification.

Tech Corridor Growth

Virginia's tech sector (Amazon HQ2, data centers) has driven rapid wage growth requiring accurate, up-to-date paystub generation.

What's on a Virginia Paystub

Professional paystubs with all the information Virginia employees and employers need

Employee & employer information
Pay period dates
Gross wages breakdown
Federal income tax withholding
Virginia state income tax (2–5.75%)
Social Security (6.2%)
Medicare (1.45%)
Voluntary deductions (401k, insurance)
Year-to-date totals
Net pay amount

Virginia Deductions at a Glance

Federal Income Tax

10–37%

Progressive brackets

Virginia State Tax

2–5.75%

Progressive brackets

FICA (SS + Medicare)

7.65%

6.2% + 1.45%

Paystubs for All Virginia Cities

Our Virginia paystub generator works for employers and employees across the Old Dominion

Virginia Beach
Norfolk
Chesapeake
Richmond
Newport News
Alexandria
Hampton
Roanoke
Portsmouth
Lynchburg
Manassas
Arlington

Virginia Paystub FAQ

What is Virginia's state income tax rate?

Virginia has a progressive income tax with rates of 2%, 3%, 5%, and 5.75%. The top rate of 5.75% applies to income over $17,000, meaning most full-time Virginia workers have the majority of their income taxed at 5.75%.

Does Virginia require employers to provide paystubs?

Yes, Virginia law (Va. Code §40.1-29) requires employers to provide written statements of earnings each pay period showing gross wages, deductions, and net pay. Employers must also keep payroll records for at least 3 years.

How do federal contractor paystubs differ in Virginia?

Federal contractors in Virginia often have additional deduction categories including FEHB (Federal Employees Health Benefits) equivalents, TSP-equivalent retirement contributions, and security clearance-related allowances. The base structure follows the same VA tax rules.

Does Virginia have local income taxes?

Virginia does not have separate local income taxes like Pennsylvania or Ohio. Some Virginia localities receive a share of state tax revenue, but workers don't see a separate local tax line on their paystubs.

What is Virginia's standard deduction?

Virginia's standard deduction is $8,000 for single filers and $16,000 for married filing jointly. These state-specific amounts differ from the federal standard deduction and are used to calculate Virginia state tax withholding.

How does Virginia tax compare to neighboring states?

Virginia's top rate of 5.75% is moderate. It's lower than Maryland's top rate (5.75% state + local up to 3.2%) and DC's top rate (10.75%), but higher than North Carolina's flat 4.5%. West Virginia ranges up to 6.5%.

Create Your Virginia Paystub

Professional paystubs for the Old Dominion with Virginia's progressive tax rates applied automatically.

Generate VA Paystub

Starting at $8.99 • VA progressive tax calculated automatically