Side-by-side tax comparison between Pennsylvania (3.07% top rate) and Vermont (8.75% top rate).
| Salary | Pennsylvania | Vermont | Difference | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $40,396 | $39,016 | −$1,380 | Pennsylvania |
| $75K | $58,451 | $56,381 | −$2,070 | Pennsylvania |
| $100K | $75,088 | $72,328 | −$2,760 | Pennsylvania |
| $150K | $107,742 | $103,602 | −$4,140 | Pennsylvania |
| $200K | $141,498 | $135,978 | −$5,520 | Pennsylvania |
Pennsylvania offers higher take-home pay at every salary level. Pennsylvania's 3.07% top rate is more favorable than Vermont's 8.75%. At $100K, the difference is $2,760/year — that’s $230/month.
However, cost of living matters. Pennsylvania has a cost index of 98 while Vermont is at 105. With similar costs of living, the tax difference is the main factor.