West Virginia Paycheck Calculator 2026

Calculate your take-home pay in West Virginia with accurate state income tax withholding. Updated for tax year 2026.

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2026 Tax Year

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How West Virginia Taxes Affect Your Paycheck

West Virginia uses a progressive income tax system, with rates 2.36% to 5.12%.

Most employees in West Virginia have federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare withheld from each paycheck in addition to any applicable state withholding.

West Virginia does not generally impose broad local wage income taxes, which keeps paycheck withholding simpler than many local-tax jurisdictions.

West Virginia Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Taxable Income Tax Rate
$0 – $10,0002.36%
$10,000 – $25,0003.15%
$25,000 – $40,0003.54%
$40,000 – $60,0004.72%
$60,000+5.12%

Other West Virginia Payroll Taxes

West Virginia does not generally require employee SDI withholding. Employer unemployment taxes are typically not deducted from employee wages.

Federal Taxes That Apply in West Virginia

In addition to West Virginia state taxes, your West Virginia paycheck is subject to federal taxes:

  • Federal Income Tax: 10% to 37% based on your income and filing status
  • Social Security Tax: 6.2% on income up to $176,100 (2026)
  • Medicare Tax: 1.45% on all income, plus 0.9% additional Medicare tax on income over $200,000

Tax Data Sources

State tax rates and brackets sourced from:

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