West Virginia Salary After Tax Calculator (2026)
Estimate your West Virginia take-home pay for 2026 after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and West Virginia state income tax. Enter an annual salary or hourly wage.
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How West Virginia taxes your paycheck
West Virginia's five brackets run from 2.11% to 4.58%, after a $2,000 personal exemption.
Every paycheck also loses federal income tax (10% to 37% after a $16,100 standard deduction for single filers), 6.2% for Social Security on wages up to $184,500, and 1.45% for Medicare, plus 0.9% on wages above $200,000.
West Virginia take-home pay at common salaries (2026)
Single filer, no 401(k) or other deductions.
| Salary | Federal tax | Social Security + Medicare | State tax | Take-home / year | Per month | Total tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $727 | $25,558 | $2,130 | 14.8% |
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,043 | $33,277 | $2,773 | 16.8% |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $1,444 | $40,911 | $3,409 | 18.2% |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,866 | $48,524 | $4,044 | 19.1% |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $2,546 | $59,047 | $4,921 | 21.3% |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,691 | $75,489 | $6,291 | 24.5% |
| $125,000 | $18,734 | $9,563 | $4,836 | $91,868 | $7,656 | 26.5% |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $5,981 | $107,810 | $8,984 | 28.1% |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $8,271 | $140,656 | $11,721 | 29.7% |
| $250,000 | $51,304 | $15,514 | $10,561 | $172,621 | $14,385 | 31.0% |
West Virginia income tax brackets for 2026
All filers
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $10,000 | 2.11% |
| $10,000 – $25,000 | 2.81% |
| $25,000 – $40,000 | 3.16% |
| $40,000 – $60,000 | 4.22% |
| $60,000 and up | 4.58% |
The calculator applies a personal exemption of $2,000 ($4,000 married).
West Virginia vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer in 2026.
| State | State tax + payroll | Take-home / year |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | $2,546 | $59,047 |
| Ohio | $1,619 | $59,974 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,355 | $59,238 |
| Maryland | $5,389 | $56,203 |
| Virginia | $3,498 | $58,094 |
| Kentucky | $2,507 | $59,085 |
What this estimate leaves out
Every estimate assumes one earner with wages only, the 2026 standard deduction, and no tax credits. It leaves out the new federal deductions for tips, overtime and seniors, the child tax credit, itemized deductions, and pre-tax health insurance. For West Virginia, it also doesn't include West Virginia credits. Your actual paycheck withholding can differ from your final tax bill.
Frequently asked questions
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in West Virginia?
A single filer earning $75,000 in West Virginia takes home about $59,047 a year in 2026, or $4,921 a month. That's after $7,670 in federal income tax, $5,738 in Social Security and Medicare, $2,546 in West Virginia income tax.
What is the West Virginia income tax rate in 2026?
West Virginia has a graduated income tax from 2.11% to 4.58% across 5 brackets. West Virginia cut every bracket by about 5% for 2026 (SB 392, retroactive to January 1). The top rate is now 4.58%. The calculator applies a personal exemption of $2,000 ($4,000 married).
How much is $100,000 after taxes in West Virginia?
On a $100,000 salary, a single filer in West Virginia keeps about $75,489 a year ($6,291 a month), an overall tax rate of 24.5%.
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Sources: IRS 2026 inflation adjustments (federal brackets and standard deduction), Social Security Administration (2026 wage base $184,500), Tax Foundation 2026 state income tax rates, and state revenue and paid-leave agencies, including 2026 laws that took effect retroactively. Updated October 2026. This is an estimate, not tax advice.