Washington, D.C. Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your Washington, D.C. income tax burden
Updated for 2023 tax year on Jul 18, 2023
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Washington, D.C. state taxes
Quick Washington, D.C. tax facts
- State income tax: 4% to 10.75%
- State sales tax: 6%
- Property tax: 0.85%
- Gas tax: 23.5 cents per gallon
- Tobacco tax: $4.50 per pack of cigarettes
- Insurance premium tax: 1% to 2%
From Wikipedia
Washington, D.C. income taxes
The District of Columbia uses a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 4% to 10.75%. There is no state payroll tax or local income tax in the District. This makes the tax calculation and payment process relatively straightforward for employers and employees.
The District follows federal rules for standard deductions but no personal exemptions.
Calculate your income tax in Washington, D.C.
Calculating your Washington, D.C. state income tax is similar to the steps we listed on our Federal income tax calculator:
- Determine your filing status
- Work out your adjusted gross income [Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income]
- Calculate your state taxable income [Adjusted gross income − Standard/Itemized deductions = State taxable income]
- Figure out your state/local tax liability [State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability]
State income tax brackets
Refer to Tax Foundation for more details.
| Tax year | Filing status | Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
$0 – $10,000 | 4% |
| $10,000 – $40,000 | 6% | ||
| $40,000 – $60,000 | 6.5% | ||
| $60,000 – $250,000 | 8.5% | ||
| $250,000 – $500,000 | 9.25% | ||
| $500,000 – $1,000,000 | 9.75% | ||
| $1,000,000+ | 10.75% | ||
| 2021 2020 |
Single Married, Filing Jointly or Widow(er) Married, Filing Separately Head of Household |
$0 – $10,000 | 4% |
| $10,000 – $40,000 | 6% | ||
| $40,000 – $60,000 | 6.5% | ||
| $60,000 – $350,000 | 8.5% | ||
| $350,000 – $1,000,000 | 8.75% | ||
| $1,000,000+ | 8.95% |
State standard deduction
| Tax year | Filing status | Standard deduction amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$13,850 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $27,700 | |
| Head of Household | $20,800 | |
| 2022 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,950 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $25,900 | |
| Head of Household | $19,400 | |
| 2021 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,550 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $25,100 | |
| Head of Household | $18,800 | |
| 2020 | Single Married, Filing Separately |
$12,400 |
| Married, Filing Jointly | $24,800 | |
| Head of Household | $18,650 |
Washington, D.C. sales tax
The general sales tax rate in Washington, D.C. is 6%, however, it may vary depending on the type of goods or services. For example, off-premises food and alcohol carry a rate of 6%, while restaurant meals and takeout food are taxed at 10%.
Washington, D.C. property tax
Property tax rates in the District vary by the type of property and its use. The tax rate for residential property is $0.85 per $100 of assessed value. For commercial property, the tax rate is $1.85 per $100 of assessed value for the first $3 million and $1.65 per $100 of assessed value if the property’s assessed value is greater than $3 million.
Washington, D.C. capital gains tax
Capital gains in Washington, D.C. are taxed as regular income, so they fall under the same tax brackets.
Washington, D.C. gas tax
The District of Columbia imposes a gas tax of 23.5 cents per gallon.
Washington, D.C. tobacco tax
The District imposes a tobacco tax of $4.50 per pack of 20 cigarettes.
Washington, D.C. insurance tax
Rates vary from 1.0% to 2.0% depending on the type of insurance.
FAQs
How do I calculate my Washington, D.C. income tax?
Calculate your Washington, D.C. income tax with the following six steps.
- Determine your filing status
- Gross income − Retirement contributions = Adjusted gross income
- Adjusted gross income − Standard/Itemized deductions = State taxable income
- State taxable income × State tax rate = State tax liability
How much is $83000 a year after taxes in Washington, D.C.?
A single filer in Washington, D.C. will take home $61,852.25 with a $21,147.75 income tax.