West Virginia Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in West Virginia after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax from 2.22% to 4.82%.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and West Virginia's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
West Virginia income tax in 2026
West Virginia has state income tax from 2.22% to 4.82% across 5 brackets. West Virginia has no state standard deduction. A personal exemption of $2,000 per filer ($4,000 for a couple) also reduces taxable income.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 2.22% | $0 | $0 |
| 2.96% | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| 3.33% | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| 4.44% | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| 4.82% | $60,000 | $60,000 |
Some cities, counties or districts in West Virginia charge a local income tax. Local taxes are not included in this estimate.
Take-home pay in West Virginia by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | WV tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,099 | $33,221 | $2,768 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,965 | $48,425 | $4,035 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $2,921 | $62,189 | $5,182 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,885 | $75,295 | $6,275 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $6,295 | $107,496 | $8,958 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in West Virginia
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 6% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 0.59% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 6.59% | 31 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 0.51% | 42 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $2,040 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare West Virginia with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In West Virginia the figures are $2,680 and $58,912, which ranks 28 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from West Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | $2,507 | $59,085 | +$173 |
| Maryland | $3,199 | $58,394 | −$519 |
| Ohio | $1,287 | $60,306 | +$1,393 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,303 | $59,290 | +$378 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,680 |
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,680 |
Federal taxes on a West Virginia paycheck
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%) are the same in every state. The 2026 brackets and the full method are on the main paycheck calculator page.
What this estimate leaves out
- Tax credits, itemized deductions, dependents and income other than wages.
- Local income or payroll taxes charged by some West Virginia cities, counties or districts.
- A separate head of household table: West Virginia figures use the single table for that status.
State income and sales tax data: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026. Property tax data: Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Does West Virginia have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, West Virginia has state income tax from 2.22% to 4.82%, and some local governments charge their own income tax on top.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in West Virginia?
A single filer earning $75,000 in West Virginia keeps about $58,912 a year, or $4,909 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $2,680 West Virginia income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in West Virginia for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $80,921 a year in West Virginia, including $3,789 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in West Virginia?
Homeowners in West Virginia pay an effective property tax rate of about 0.51% of home value, which ranks 42 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in West Virginia?
The West Virginia state sales tax rate is 6%. With the average local rate, the combined rate is about 6.59%.
Related guides
- 2026 Federal Tax Brackets and Standard Deduction, Explained The 2026 federal income tax brackets and standard deduction for single, joint and head of household filers, with a worked example of how marginal rates apply.
- The 9 States With No Income Tax on Wages in 2026 Which nine states do not tax wages in 2026, how much that saves on a $75,000 salary, and the sales taxes those states charge instead.
Sources
- Tax Foundation: state individual income tax rates and brackets, 2026
- Tax Foundation: state and local sales tax rates, 2026
- Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026
- IRS: tax inflation adjustments for tax year 2026 (Revenue Procedure 2025-32)
- Social Security Administration: contribution and benefit base
Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Results are estimates; see our methodology and disclaimer.