West Virginia paycheck taxes at a glance
West Virginia has income tax from 2.11% to 4.58%. Every paycheck also has federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) withheld. This calculator uses 2026 West Virginia rules and 2026 federal brackets.
| Income tax | Progressive, 5 brackets (2.11%–4.58%) |
| Standard deduction | $0 single · $0 married |
| Personal exemption | $2,000 single · $4,000 married |
| 401(k) contributions | Excluded from state taxable wages |
| Local income taxes | None — No local income tax, though Tax Foundation notes some West Virginia jurisdictions levy payroll or wage taxes (not modeled). |
| State payroll deductions | None |
The calculator applies the main West Virginia rates, deductions, exemptions and credits above. Dependent credits, itemized deductions and special rules for very high incomes are not included.
West Virginia income tax brackets (2026)
Rates apply to West Virginia taxable income, after deductions and exemptions.
| Single | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|
| $0 – $9,999: 2.11% | $0 – $9,999: 2.11% |
| $10,000 – $24,999: 2.81% | $10,000 – $24,999: 2.81% |
| $25,000 – $39,999: 3.16% | $25,000 – $39,999: 3.16% |
| $40,000 – $59,999: 4.22% | $40,000 – $59,999: 4.22% |
| $60,000+: 4.58% | $60,000+: 4.58% |
Take-home pay examples in West Virginia
Single filer, standard deduction, no 401(k), paid bi-weekly.
| Salary | Take-home / year | / month | / paycheck | State & local tax | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $33,277 | $2,773 | $1,280 | $1,043 | 16.8% |
| $60,000 | $48,524 | $4,044 | $1,866 | $1,866 | 19.1% |
| $80,000 | $62,335 | $5,195 | $2,398 | $2,775 | 22.1% |
| $100,000 | $75,489 | $6,291 | $2,903 | $3,691 | 24.5% |
| $150,000 | $107,810 | $8,984 | $4,147 | $5,981 | 28.1% |
Full breakdown by salary: $30,000 · $40,000 · $50,000 · $60,000 · $70,000 · $80,000 · $90,000 · $100,000 · $120,000 · $150,000
Good to know
- SB 392, signed March 31, 2026, cut West Virginia income tax rates by 5% retroactive to January 1, 2026, to a range of 2.11% to 4.58%.
- West Virginia uses the same bracket thresholds ($10,000, $25,000, $40,000, $60,000) for single and joint filers.
- Municipalities in West Virginia may levy a 1% sales tax on top of the 6% state rate, for a combined 7%.
Also see the West Virginia sales tax calculator.
Sources
Paycheck calculators for other states
Frequently asked questions
What is the West Virginia income tax rate for 2026?
West Virginia has a progressive income tax with 5 brackets for single filers, from 2.11% to 4.58% for 2026.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in West Virginia?
A single filer earning $60,000 takes home about $48,524 a year ($4,044 a month) in West Virginia, after federal income tax ($5,020), Social Security and Medicare ($4,590) and West Virginia income tax ($1,866), using 2026 rules and the standard deduction.
Are 401(k) contributions taxed in West Virginia?
No. Traditional 401(k) contributions lower both your federal and West Virginia taxable income. They are still subject to Social Security and Medicare.