1. What is the ADP Salary Calculator for Virginia?

This calculator estimates net pay for Virginia residents by accounting for federal tax, Virginia state tax (2% up to $3,000), and FICA contributions (7.65%).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• Gross Pay — Annual salary before deductions
• Federal Tax — Amount withheld for federal taxes
• Virginia State Tax — 2% of gross pay up to $3,000 maximum
• FICA — 7.65% for Social Security and Medicare

3. Understanding Virginia Tax Structure

Details: Virginia has a progressive income tax system with rates from 2% to 5.75%. This calculator uses the standard deduction and 2% rate for simplicity.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your gross annual salary and estimated federal tax withholding. The calculator will compute Virginia state tax (capped at $3,000) and FICA contributions.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is Virginia state tax capped at $3,000?
A: Virginia's tax structure includes a standard deduction that effectively caps state tax at $3,000 for many taxpayers.

Q2: What's included in FICA?
A: FICA includes 6.2% for Social Security (on income up to $147,000 in 2022) and 1.45% for Medicare.

Q3: Are local taxes included?
A: No, this calculator doesn't account for local taxes that some Virginia counties/cities may impose.

Q4: How accurate is this calculator?
A: It provides estimates. Actual withholdings depend on filing status, deductions, and other factors.

Q5: Can I use this for hourly wages?
A: Yes, but convert your hourly wage to annual salary first (hours/week × 52 weeks × hourly rate).