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West Virginia Paycheck Calculator (2026)

Last reviewed: April 20, 2026

West Virginia applies a progressive state income tax with five brackets and a top marginal rate around 4.8% on the highest incomes. The bracket schedule has been adjusted downward in recent years as part of a phased reduction program. Several West Virginia municipalities collect a small fixed City Service Fee per pay period, a flat dollar amount rather than a percentage of wages. West Virginia has no State Disability Insurance program funded by employee payroll. This calculator estimates 2026 West Virginia take-home pay after federal tax, FICA, and the state's progressive income tax. Local service fees, where present, are typically small enough that this calculator does not subtract them by default; check your municipality's posted fee if applicable. It supports pre-tax 401(k) and HSA contributions.

vs. baseline ($85,000 single filer)

A $85,000 salary in West Virginia takes home approximately $3,400 less than the same salary in a no-income-tax state like Texas or Florida.

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West Virginia City Service Fees (small fixed amounts in Charleston, Huntington, and other municipalities) are not modeled by the calculator.

West Virginia state tax breakdown

Single-filer state income tax brackets used by the calculator for 2026.

Taxable IncomeRate
$0 - $10,0002.40%
$10,000 - $25,0003.20%
$25,000 - $40,0003.80%
$40,000 - $60,0004.40%
$60,000+4.80%

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West Virginia paycheck FAQ

What is the West Virginia City Service Fee?
Several West Virginia cities (including Charleston, Huntington, and others) levy a small fixed weekly or per-pay-period City Service Fee on workers employed within city limits. It is a flat dollar amount, not a percentage of wages, and the amounts are modest.
Has West Virginia been reducing state income tax rates?
Yes. West Virginia has trimmed bracket rates in recent years under a phased reduction program. The top rate has moved down from earlier higher levels, and further reductions remain on the legislative agenda.
Does West Virginia have State Disability Insurance?
No. West Virginia does not run a State Disability Insurance program funded by employee payroll. Workers who want short-term disability coverage typically obtain it through their employer or a private policy.
How does West Virginia compare to neighboring Kentucky or Virginia?
Kentucky is flat at 4% plus city occupational taxes that can add 2% or more in major cities. Virginia tops at 5.75%. West Virginia's progressive structure topping near 4.8% lands between the two on effective rate.

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How This Page Is Reviewed

The West Virginia paycheck page is reviewed against primary federal and state sources before each major tax-year update. Source links below are the references used to validate brackets, wage bases, and supported local taxes.

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2026-04-20