District of Columbia variant. This is a District of Columbia-specific version of the Income Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Income Tax Calculator.
District of Columbia income tax (4-10.75% across 7 brackets) stacks on top of federal tax. Understanding both layers is essential to estimating your total District of Columbia tax bill.
District of Columbia state income tax structure
District of Columbia taxes income at 4-10.75% across 7 brackets, with a top marginal rate of 10.75%. Like the federal system, only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
Federal brackets (10%–37%) apply nationwide. Combine your federal effective rate with the District of Columbia rate to find your true marginal tax on the next dollar earned.
About taxes and housing in District of Columbia
The District of Columbia imposes a graduated income tax with a top marginal rate near 10.75%.
The District has a low effective property tax rate near 0.57%, but median home values are among the highest in the country around $670,000.
The District of Columbia's economy is dominated by the federal government, professional services, and the many associations and contractors that support it.
Worked example: state tax on $101,027
Using the 10.75% top rate as a ceiling, state income tax on $101,027 is at most about $10,860; the actual figure is lower after brackets and deductions.
Quick reference
- State income tax: 4-10.75% across 7 brackets
- State sales tax: 6% (plus 0.00% avg local)
- Median home value: $670,000
- Median household income: $101,027
- Effective property tax rate: 0.57%
- Avg auto insurance: $1,818/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
Does District of Columbia have state income tax?
Yes - 4-10.75% across 7 brackets, topping out at 10.75%.
What is the top tax rate in District of Columbia?
The top marginal state rate is 10.75%.