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West Virginia Paycheck Calculator

Estimate your take-home pay in West Virginia after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and West Virginia state income tax. Progressive — up to 4.82%.

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Take-home pay (bi-weekly)

$2,247.42

$58,433 / year · effective tax rate 22.1%

ItemPer periodAnnual
Gross pay$2,884.62$75,000
Federal income tax−$295.00−$7,670
Social Security (6.2%)−$178.85−$4,650
Medicare (1.45%)−$41.83−$1,088
West Virginia state tax−$121.52−$3,160
Take-home pay$2,247.42$58,433

Estimate based on 2026 federal tax brackets, the standard deduction, and an approximate state income tax rate. Local taxes, 401(k), health insurance and other deductions are not included. For exact figures consult a tax professional.

West Virginia income tax at a glance

Structure
Progressive — up to 4.82%
Top rate
4.82%
Local income tax
None

West Virginia cut income tax rates 21.25% across the board in 2023 with further trigger-based reductions since. Social Security became fully exempt for all taxpayers in 2026 under a phase-out that began in 2024.

Take-home pay in West Virginia by salary

Estimated net pay for a single filer taking the 2025 standard deduction of $15,750, with no 401(k) contributions or pre-tax insurance premiums.

Gross salaryTake-home / yearPer monthBi-weeklyEffective rate
$40,000$32,796$2,733$1,26118.0%
$50,000$40,349$3,362$1,55219.3%
$60,000$47,902$3,992$1,84220.2%
$75,000$58,154$4,846$2,23722.5%
$100,000$74,536$6,211$2,86725.5%
$150,000$106,683$8,890$4,10328.9%
$200,000$139,930$11,661$5,38230.0%

At a $100,000 salary, West Virginia state income tax accounts for roughly $4,365 of the total, on an approximate effective rate of 4.82%.

What comes out of a West Virginia paycheck

West Virginia paycheck questions

Does West Virginia have a state income tax?

Yes. West Virginia uses a progressive income tax with a top rate of 4.82%. West Virginia cut income tax rates 21.25% across the board in 2023 with further trigger-based reductions since. Social Security became fully exempt for all taxpayers in 2026 under a phase-out that began in 2024.

What is the take-home pay on $75,000 in West Virginia?

Roughly $58,154 a year for a single filer taking the standard deduction — about $4,846 a month, or $2,237 per bi-weekly paycheck. That is an effective tax rate of 22.5%.

Are there local income taxes in West Virginia?

No. West Virginia has no city or county income taxes, so the state rate is the only state-level deduction from your wages.

How much is taken out for Social Security and Medicare?

Social Security is 6.2% on the first $176,100 of wages in 2025, and Medicare is 1.45% with no cap. Together these are called FICA and total 7.65%. Your employer pays a matching 7.65% that does not appear on your payslip.

Is this calculator exact?

Choose 2025 or 2026 for the federal estimate. Historical examples below use 2025 figures. The West Virginia state line uses an approximate effective rate rather than the full bracket schedule, and local taxes, 401(k) contributions and insurance premiums are not included.

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